NEON recently announced they have signed on to produce the documentary Seeking Mavis Beacon, directed by Jazmin Jones. Mavis Beacon was the most influential Black woman in technology right up until the day she vanished. Seeking Mavis Beacon will investigate the disappearance and reimagine the legacy of a missing Black woman who helped define the digital age. NEON will […] More
blackfilm.com correspondent Koku Tona sat down with Executive Producer and Showrunner P. Frank Williams, Executive Producers Kristen V. Carter and Trell Thomas to talk new discovery+ series ‘Profiled: The Black Man’. The four-part docuseries examines the origins of widespread stereotypes that have impacted the lives of Black men in America for centuries. ‘Profiled The Black […] More
Madea’s back — hallelujer! Blackfilm.com correspondent Ellen J. Wanjiru sits with Tyler Perry to discuss Madea’s comeback in TYLER PERRY’S A MADEA HOMECOMING, the newest film in the MADEA franchise currently streaming on Netflix, working with Brendan O’Carroll, a Madea prequel series for Showtime, and Madea’s sage advice. Tyler Perry stars in the film that centers around Madea’s […] More
Rewind with Ellen hosts Ellen J. Wanjiru and Rougét Carter discuss time-shifting/travel and forever love in scf-fi film ‘Needle in a Timestack.’ Oscar nominees Leslie Odom, Jr. and Cynthia Erivo, Orlando Bloom, and Freida Pinto star in this gripping, near-future love story directed by Oscar winner John Ridley and based on the short story of the same name […] More
The box office for the highly anticipated Broadway revival of Ntozake Shange’s groundbreaking for colored girls who have considered suicide/ when the rainbow is enuf, directed and choreographed by Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown (Once On This Island, Choir Boy, Fire Shut Up in My Bones) will open on Friday, February 25th at 10am ET at Broadway’s Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street). Between […] More
A&E Network has greenlit the four-part limited documentary series “Exposing Parchman” following the long efforts to reform the Mississippi correctional system, led by the inmates of Parchman Prison. In December 2019, Parchman began to make national headlines for its large death toll attributable to violence and neglect. In a cry for help, brave and desperate […] More
OWN’S latest unscripted relationship series, “Marry Me Now,” will undoubtedly have tongues wagging with its unexpected twist to marriage. The series is hosted by relationship coach and author, Rebecca Lynn Pope, who will guide real-life women ready to take the reins in planning their weddings and proposing to their significant others, all in the hopes […] More
blackfilm.com correspondent Koku Tona spoke with K Michelle about her Lifetime series ‘My Killer Body with K Michelle’. She spoke candidly about past procedures, being strong for the women in the series, her new music, and more! Check out the interview and let us know what you think! K. Michelle is known by many for […] More
blackfilm.com correspondent Koku Tona spoke with Kelvin Harrison, Jr. about his role in the upcoming CYRANO. He spoke on his Louisiana roots, coming from a musical family, themes of love, working with Peter Dinklage and more! Check it out and let us know what you think! CYRANO Official Trailer ABOUT CYRANO Award-winning director Joe Wright […] More
Today, The Sundance Institute announced the 9 Fellows and 8 projects selected for their 2021-2022 Episodic Lab. The selected Fellows are Aisha Bhoori (Pipe Dreams), Bridget McManus (The Family Pet), Corey Dashaun (Bottom Bitch), Elizabeth Palmore (Gives Good Death), Jeanette Lim and Marva Whitaker (Before the Apple), Jianna Maarten Saada (El Otro Lado), Mars Wolfe […] More
TV One announced the premiere date of its four-part documentary special Unsung Presents: The Decades, an examination of the music and social consciousness of the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s. The Decades will premier with back-to-back episodes on Sunday, February 27 starting at 9 p.m. ET/8C, beginning with the 1970s, immediately followed by the 1980s episode at 10 p.m. ET/9C. Following […] More
Today it was announced that Philo inked a deal with entertainment company Kin to bring Boss Moves, with Love and Hip-Hop star Rasheeda Frost, better known as Rasheeda. The deal marks the platforms first foray ever into original programming. The series will also be available, via Kin, across YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. Boss Moves will begin […] More
blackfilm.com correspondent Ro Carter sat with Bubba Wallace and Erik Parker to talk ‘Race: Bubba Wallace‘. During the interview they discuss collaborating to tell Bubba’s story, the challenges of speaking up about his experiences in the sport and the importance of mental health support for athletes. The DocuSeries premiered on Netflix February 22, 2022. Check […] More
Nobody has ever failed so hard at trying to be good as The Bad Guys. In the new action comedy from DreamWorks Animation, based on the New York Times best-selling book series, a crackerjack criminal crew of animal outlaws are about to attempt their most challenging con yet—becoming model citizens. The Bad Guys – Only In Theaters April 22 Never […] More
OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network debuts season 3 of its successful relationship series “Put A Ring On It” Friday, March 25 at 9 PM EST | 8 PM CST, also available on the OWN app and discovery+. The social experiment centers on 3 couples embarking on the ultimate relationship test, as they determine whether they should […] More
We are so not ready for this riveting series to be over. But alas! All things must come to an end. The fourth and final Season of Ozark will premiere in two parts consisting of 7 episodes each. The first part premiered January 21, 2022, the second part will premiere April 29, 2022. Marty and […] More
Prime Video released the official Upload Season Two trailer and first look images ahead of its March 11 premiere date. The seven-episode second season will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories around the world. Watch trailer below! Upload is a sci-fi comedy series from Emmy award-winning writer Greg Daniels (The Office, Parks and […] More
On Tuesday, February 22, 2021 at Regal Cinemas L.A. Live in Los Angeles, Netflix hosted the World Premiere of Tyler Perry’s A Madea Homecoming with cast including Tyler Perry, Brendan O’Carroll, Brandon Black, Isha Blaaker, Candace Maxwell, Geneva Maccarone, Amani Atkinson, Jennifer Gibney and producer Will Areu. Watch trailer below! Madea’s back — hallelujer! Tyler Perry […] More
Chappelle’s Home Team is a series of stand-alone comedy specials executive produced by Dave Chappelle and featuring comedians chosen and spotlighted by Chappelle. The first comedian to be featured is Earthquake, premiering on February 28th. In the special, titled Earthquake: Legendary, comedian Earthquake shakes up the stage and delivers aftershocks while going in hard on […] More
Few shows defined an era like ‘Martin.’ From music to movies to fashion, the iconic sitcom was not only abroad mainstream hit, it was a cultural force that went beyond the screen and epitomized an era. The show was a crossover sensation all while providing an honest and refreshing view of the Black experience and […] More
