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Mia Neal & Jamika Wilson Make HER-story as First Black Women to Win Makeup & Hairstyling Oscar for ‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’

Mia Neal and Jamika Wilson made history at the 2021 Oscars this past Sunday as the first Black women to win a makeup and hairstyling Oscar along with Sergio Lopez-Rivera for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. Neal was hair and wig designer and makeup department head; Wilson, personal hair stylist for Viola Davis; and Lopez-Rivera her […] More

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Pete Docter talks ‘Soul’ Inspiration for 3rd Oscar Win

Pete Docter talks ‘Soul’ Inspiration for 3rd Oscar Win Pete Docter and Dana Murray accepted the Best Animated Feature Film Oscar for ‘Soul’ at the 93rd Annual Academy Awards, but for Docter this wasn’t his first. He has won in this category three times, including ‘Up’ (2009) and ‘Inside Out’ (2015). blackfilm.com correspondent Koku Tona […] More

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Travon Free & Martin Desmond Roe Win Oscar for Short Film ‘Two Distant Strangers’

Co-directors Travon Free & Martin Desmond Roe Win Oscar for Short Film ‘Two Distant Strangers’ and make history in the process! When asked by Blackfilm.com press, right after they accepted their historic Oscar win, if they would collaborate again in the future, the co-directors had this to say: “Two Distant Strangers,” about a young black […] More

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The Black List: 2021 Oscars Red Carpet Fashion

Famously dubbed as the “Biggest night in Hollywood” the 2021 Oscars resurfaced some of the top names in the industry for a night of honors in favor of cinema. The 93rd Oscars was historic, not just because of the obvious tip-toe back into real life after the nearly debilitating Coronavirus Pandemic, but because it marked […] More

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‘Mortal Kombat’ Reboot: Review

The first blood-gushing murder in the “Mortal Kombat” reboot occurs less than three minutes after the opening credits roll. We were given a glimpse into the murderous body count, which by all accounts is actually pretty minimal. This is a movie, after all, based on a video game where the point is bloody violence. ‘Mortal […] More

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‘Soul’ Wins Big at 93rd Academy Awards

The animated ‘Soul‘, Pixar‘s first film with a Black lead character and primary black cast, won the Oscar for Best Animated Film and for the Best Score. “Soul,” which went straight to Disney+ last year, won beating films including Onward, Over the Moon and A Shaun the Sheep Movie.’Soul’ Wins Big at 93rd Academy Awards In his acceptance speech, co-director […] More

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Oscars 2021 List of Black Winners, Upsets & Funniest Moment

The Oscars 2021 ceremony went where no awards show has gone in the past year — and who better to lead this optimistic effort than the organization regarded as the most prestigious awards in the entertainment industry around the world! Oscars 2021 List of Black Winners, Upsets & Funniest Moment This year’s show was an […] More

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Lil’ Duval Comedy Special to Release on VOD May 4th and ALLBLK This Summer

“If you don’t learn nothin from me; laugh at everything. Don’t sweat nothin,” is how comedian and actor, Lil’ Duval closed out the trailer to his new AMC special Lil Duval’s Living My Best Life. Released today from AMC Networks’ newly relaunched streaming service, ALLBLK, in partnership with its sister brand, RLJE Films, the comedy special […] More

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2021 NFL Draft to Air Live for Three Day Event Across Multiple Disney Platforms

The Walt Disney Company announced today via statement that the presentation of the 2021 NFL Draft will begin on Thursday, April 29, at 8 p.m. EDT / 5 p.m. PDT on ESPN, ABC, ESPN Deportes, ESPN Radio and the ESPN App. They will be expanding coverage to include 1,500 creative elements, 450 player highlight packages […] More

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Common Joins Cast of Mindy Kaling’s ‘Never Have I Ever’

Oscar winner Common has joined the Season 2 cast of Mindy Kaling’s Netflix series Never Have I Ever in a recurring role. Season 2 is slated to premiere in July on Netflix. Common Joins Cast of Mindy Kaling’s ‘Never Have I Ever’ According to Dateline, Common made a mention of the YA show at the recent SAG Awards, saying it was one […] More

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36th Independent Spirit Awards Highlights

The 36th annual Film Independent Spirit Awards, recognizing the best work in the independent space, held a virtual awards show on April 22, with “Nomadland” taking home the most honors of the night with four statues. Television was also celebrated for the first time at the ceremony, with “I May Destroy You” and “Unorthodox” taking home […] More

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Justin Simien Set To Direct Disney’s ‘Haunted Mansion’ Remake

Justin Simien, the director of horror flick “Bad Hair” and the coming of age, “Dear White People,” has been tapped to direct Disney’s “The Haunted Mansion” remake. Based off the popular attraction from the company’s theme parks, the Haunted Mansion has been a hugely popular destination for years at Disneyland and Disney World. If all goes well, […] More

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Antoine Fuqua to Direct ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’ Film with All Black Cast

Award winning director, Antoine Fuqua, is set to direct Cat on a Hot Tin Roof with an all Black cast and production team. Variety reported the new yesterday. The film is an adaptation of Tennessee William’s Pulitzer Prize winning play of the same name. Fuqua will also be producing the film alongside successful theater producers […] More

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Blackfilm Talks to the Cast of BET+’s Hit ‘Bigger’ Ahead of Season 2 April 22 Debut

Will Packer’s latest addition to entertainment is Bigger than anyone expected. The comedic series starring Tanisha Long (High Maintenance), Angell Conwell (Family Time), Rasheda Crockett (Adam Ruins Everything), Chase Anthony (Journey of a Goddess), and Tristen Winger (Insecure) is one of BET+’s biggest (no pun intended) shows and is going into its second season set to premier on Thursday, April, 22 on the streamer. […] More

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Refinery29’s Unbothered Names Keke Palmer Creative Advisor; Drops Special Digital Cover

It was announced today that Keke Palmer will be collaborating with Unbothered, Refinery29’s community created for and by Black women, as a Creative Advisor for the multi-platform sub-brand. Curated specifically for Palmer, the role will allow her to creatively consult across Unbothered, supporting and co-developing new projects that push conversations and Black culture forward. Also apart […] More

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‘Favorite Son’ Will Premiere on BET+ Thursday, May 6th

Robin Givens adds a third director credit with ‘Favorite Son’, a story about two brothers in a gospel group who struggle to find a balance between their lives and their faith while under the strict parenting of their father, the reverend of a megachurch. ‘Favorite Son’ will premiere on BET+ Thursday, May 6th. Watch the […] More

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Essence Announces Presenters For 14th Annual Black Women in Hollywood Awards

Essence, the 100% Black-owned media brand dedicated to Black women and announced its full presenters line-up for its 2021 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards airing tonight, April 22nd, at 7 pm (ET). Essence Announces Presenters For 14th Annual Black Women in Hollywood’ Awards Building on its years of providing platforms to ensure Black creatives […] More

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Whoopi Goldberg Graces Cover Of Variety’s Pre-Oscars Issue

30 years have passed since Academy Award winner Whoopi Goldberg officially took the Oscar home and she still carries that glow looking absolutely regal on Variety’s latest cover. Whoopi Goldberg Graces Cover Of Variety’s Pre-Oscars Issue The EGOT and TV personality was featured on the cover for the magazine’s pre-Oscars, “Hollywood Royalty,” issue and looks healthy and happy! […] More

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‘David Makes Man’ Season Two First Look Trailer

OWN’s Peabody Award-Winning drama “David Makes Man” is set to Premiere Tuesday, June 22nd at 9p ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network! I remember watching season one back in 2019 and being in awe of the plot, character development, writing and acting. David Makes Man is hands-down one of the best coming-of-age dramas (about a young […] More

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Watch The First 7 Blood-Soaked Minutes Of Upcoming “Mortal Kombat” Reboot

Ahead of the release of “Mortal Kombat” reboot, we have been blessed with the first 7 minutes of the film free of charge. The opening shows Hanzo Hasashi battling Bi-Han, who later take the mantles of Scorpion and Sub-Zero, headed to HBO Max and theaters this Friday, April 23. Watch The First 7 Blood-Soaked Minutes Of Upcoming […] More

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