John Burr: “The Gates explores the nuances of growing up as a Black man in a certain community”
For John Burr, Writer/Director/Executive Producer of the movie “The Gates,” it is a very personal story.…
Jean Trebek, Lisa Swayze, raise awareness and funds for Pancreatic Cancer
Celebrities with a personal connection to the disease are lending their voices to PurpleStride’s inspirational day. The…
“The film is both timeless and timely,” says RZA’ about ‘One Spoon of Chocolate’
Wu-Tang Clan founder RZA announced today that 36 Cinema will distribute his film “One Spoon of…
Meet Shawn Edwards: Film critic extraordinaire
He’s the longest-running Black film critic in television history with a career that spans two decades.…
Essence Honors Kerry Washington, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Chase Infiniti, and Zinzi Coogler
For the past decade, Essence has held a star-studded celebration spotlighting Hollywood’s most creative and accomplished…
Oscars Countdown: What You Need To Know About Oscar Sunday
The countdown has begun to one of the most-watched live entertainment events of the year. Closures of…
Trailer releases for Blair Underwood’s new drama ‘Youngblood’
Directed by Hubert Davis (“Giants of Africa”), the film follows a hockey prodigy who joins the…
New Season of ‘America’s Got Talent’ and ‘American Ninja Warrior’ return to NBC
NBC are bringing back a few of their hit shows. Terry Crews returns as host as…
Vivica A. Fox tapped to host The Truth Awards
“Kill Bill” actress Vivica A. Fox will host the upcoming Truth Awards. The award-winning actress known for…
Hustlers turned entrepreneurs are interviewed in new series
Record executive and film producer Damon Dash is giving a voice to street legends, and self-made…