“Shooting in Lagos is a logistical feat,” says British Nigerian Director Akinola Davies Jr.
Akinola Davies Jr. never knew his father. He passed away when he was very young, but…
Angela Bassett to receive the Excellence in the Arts Award
Emmy Award–winning actress, director, and producer Angela Bassett will be honored by the American Black Film Festival. Bassett’s…
“Sinners” Director Ryan Coogler Receives an Oscar Nomination
With films “Black Panther,” “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” “Creed” and his inaugural feature film “Fruitvale Station,” writer/ director Ryan Coogler…
Ousmane Sembene’s “Black Girl” and “Tsotsi” top the List of Best Black Movies of All Time
The Black Movie Hall of Fame has compiled a list of 100 Best Black films ever…
Tessa Thompson Takes on Hedda Gabler
Actress Tessa Thompson is tackling “Hedda Gabler,” one of the best-known works by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. This new…
Tyler Perry: “There is always somebody at the bottom trying to tear you down.”
In an emotional speech which earned him a standing ovation, Tyler Perry recently spoke out at the Celebration of Black Cinema and…
Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Storm Saulter team up for “Inheritance”
One’s an award-winning Jamaican director known for projects “Better Mus’ Come,” and “Sprinter.” The other is an award-winning Afro-British actress…
Lupita Nyong’o stars in animated drama ‘The Wild Robot’
Peter Brown’s award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller, “The Wild Robot,” is coming to the big screen. The film…
Nigeria’s Animated Series ‘Iwájú’ Gets a Release Disney Date
It’s an animated series set in futuristic Lagos that explores themes of inequality and features the…
Angela Bassett, Viola Davis and Mary J. Blige battle for Entertainer of the Year Award
NAACP has unveiled the full list of “54th NAACP Image Awards” nominees and Angela Bassett, Viola Davis and Mary J. Blige…