‘Superfly’ Set To Open American Black Film Festival in Miami Beach
In a press release today it has been reported that the 2018 American Black Film Festival will open with the premiere screening of “Superfly” on June 13 at the Fillmore Theater in Miami Beach, Fla., Variety has learned exclusively.
Sony Pictures is opening the title nationwide on the same date to get a two-day jump...
BGN Interview: Kate Novack, Director of ‘The Gospel According to André’
André Leon Talley is a modern day icon in the world of fashion and for the first time, we get an in-depth look at his life as a budding artist, auteur, and master of all things fashion. He broke and dismantled boundaries and did it with an impeccable sense of style and class. Filmmaker...
“Star” Season Finale Exclusive Clip
Ready to see what happened after last week's episode. I have so many questions myself.
Is Take 3 over?
What is Noah doing to himself?
What is Carlotta going to do now?
Is somebody going to find out what Cassie did?
There are so many more loose ends that need to be tied. Will they come together in the...
BGN Interview: Singer-Songwriter Priscilla Renea
Inside of the Glass Wheel Studio in Norfolk, VA — I sat down with singer-songwriter Priscilla Renea. If you haven't heard of Priscilla, then you have definitely heard her work. She co-wrote the hit single by Rihanna "California King Bed" and have worked with everyone from Demi Lovato to Mariah Carey. Renea was...
Michael B. Jordan Is Getting Into Animation With ‘gen:LOCK’
The story just broke today on Deadline that actor Michael B. Jordan will join Rooster Teeth’s sci-fi animated series gen:LOCK to voice the main character, Julian Chase.
gen:LOCK creator and head of RoosterTeeth Animation Gray G. Graddock states, “We are excited beyond belief to announce Michael B. Jordan as the voice of Julian Chase in gen:LOCK,”...
The Obamas Are Now Producers For Netflix
Barack and Michelle Obama are now producers. They secured a deal with Netflix to produce both movies and TV series for the popular internet streaming platform. Variety reported that the former President of the United States and First Lady will be working on scripted and non-scripted shows as well as docu-series, documentaries, and features...
The Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Was Black!
One could expect to see a sprinkle here and there of brown faces attending the wedding of Prince Harry and Megan Markle. Of course, we knew Meghan's mother, yoga instructor and social worker Doria Ragland would be in attendance. Bishop Michael Curry presided over the ceremony. He became the first Black presiding bishop of the Episcopal...
Thunder-Thunder-ThunderCats! Ho!
The classic 80s animated series is making its way back to the Cartoon Network. Warner Bros announced production is currently underway on ThunderCats Roar, an all-new, animated sci-fi action comedy series from Warner Bros. Animation. Bursting with over-the-top action and razor-sharp comedy, ThunderCats Roar boasts fresh and vibrant character designs along with a dynamic storytelling tone that...
BGN Interview With Zazie Beetz, Move Over Deadpool
There is one thing you can count on from a Deadpool trailer is that no matter how little it reflects the plot, there will be action and it will be funny. I got my laugh and also an introduction to my new favorite Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) character Dopinder. No just kidding, Domino. The...
Five New Shows Introduced at the CW 2018 Upfronts
To say that the new shows introduced during CW Upfront yesterday were underwhelming would be an understatement. For all that is inclusive, it seems that much less is inspired. Greg Berlanti is proud that the CW will now feature a Sunday night lineup, and that they are adding five new shows to their original...
