2024 KITS Film Awards Empowers Foster Youth Through Storytelling and Filmmaking
November 21, 2024
The 2024 KITS Film Awards celebrated the creativity and achievements of foster youth in filmmaking.
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Movies
A Conversation with ‘Gladiator II’ Star Alexander Karim
November 21, 2024
Actor Alexander Karim is one of the stars of the highly anticipated film “Gladiator II” directed by Ridley Scott. The sequel is toplined by Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Connie Nielsen and Denzel Washington.
‘Clark Sisters’ Director Brings ‘Albany Road’ to AMC Theaters
November 20, 2024
In AMC Theaters theaters now, “Albany Road” is a film for the family infused with dynamic Black characters in a holiday narrative that “invites viewers to laugh, cry and reflect.”
BHERC Holds 30th Annual S.E. Manly African American Short Film Festival
October 31, 2024
Sandra J. Evers-Manly, president of the Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC), announced that the 30th Annual S. E. Manly African American Short Film Festival (SEMAASFF) will kick-off Friday, Nov. 15 at the Regal at LA Live, located at 1000 West Olympic Blvd. in downtown Los Angeles.
Micheaux Film Festival and OneLegacy Unite Rapper Freeway, Writers, and Producers for Authentic Storytelling
October 30, 2024
OneLegacy Inspires Hollywood and The Micheaux Film Festival showcased a star-studded panel on Oct. 25, highlighting the impact of accurate and authentic storytelling, especially in narratives focused on medical issues and organ donation.
Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan to Lead Production Team, for 97th Oscars
October 30, 2024
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the return of powerhouse executive producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan for the 97th Oscars® broadcast, set for March 2, 2025.
Panel Discussion Highlights Power of Black Women in Politics at “Respect My Crown” Screening
October 23, 2024
At the recent screening of “Respect My Crown: The Rise of African American Women in California Politics,” an engaging panel discussion unfolded, spotlighting the untold stories of Black women who have shaped the state’s political landscape.
Global Youth Film Festival Keeps It Reel to Reel
October 10, 2024
The Real to Reel Global Youth Film Festival illuminated the Los Angeles Film School with its annual event on Saturday, Oct. 5, uniting emerging young filmmakers and seasoned industry professionals.
Deborah Riley Draper Documents Black History and Identity Through Storytelling
October 2, 2024
“We approach Black history as we approach ourselves,” Draper explained. “We do that naturally, with a lens of authenticity, but also with nuances from lived experiences that might help us understand things a little better or dig a little deeper.”
La Faye Baker Parlays Stunt Work Into Advocating for Women
September 11, 2024
La Faye Baker is an iconic stunt performer, stunt coordinator, and producer. She is also a humanitarian whose charitable endeavors focus on empowering women.
Surf Documentary Honored at Uninterrupted Film Festival
September 5, 2024
The second annual Uninterrupted Film Festival allowed fans access to exclusive programming, elite athletes and insightful panels. It also gave a platform to filmmakers telling unique stories about athletes.
Lee Daniels’ The Deliverance is Now Streaming on Netflix
September 4, 2024
On Thursday, August 29, the Netflix Roma Theater hosted the Clips and Conversation event that took place ahead of the premiere of Lee Daniels’ newest movie The Deliverance
Chukwudi Iwuji Headlines ‘Cyrano de Bergerac’ at Pasadena Playhouse
September 4, 2024
Amongst many stage productions, and film and television adaptations of “Cyrano de Bergerac,” Iwuji said playwright Martin Crimp’s translation of the piece is different because it is “sexy, hilarious, and modern.”
‘ODB: A Tale of Two Dirtys’ Shares Insight into Rap Legend
August 29, 2024
The achievements of pioneering rapper ODB are revealed in the “Ol’ Dirty Bastard: A Tale of Two Dirtys.”
Keith Powers is the Plot Twist in ‘Emperor Of Ocean Park’
August 29, 2024
Actor Keith Powers was a welcome addition to the cast of the political thriller, “Emperor of Ocean Park.” Known for his roles as Ronnie DeVoe in “The New Edition Story” and Eric in “The Perfect Find,” in “Emperor” Powers plays a former athlete and current law student named Lionel Eldrige.