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Scorsese’s masterpiece unveiled: ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ shocks, enthralls
Martin Scorsese’s new film, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” is based on David Grann’s book “Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the F.B.I.,” but before you ask, no, it’s not...
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Netflix’s ‘Rustin’: Powerful Tribute to Unseen Force Behind Martin Luther...
The Netflix production “Rustin” is about one of the unsung leaders of the Civil Rights Movement, and I confess, I never knew his name. His name was Bayard Rustin, and he was silenced in large part...
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‘Lakota Nation vs. United States’ depicts centuries-long battle for justice
Oglala Lakota writer Layli Long Soldier’s measured, almost solemn, narration, contrasted with images so stunning as to rival those of Ansel Adams, provides a dramatic sensory backdrop to the...
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Review: In concert film ‘Renaissance,’ Beyoncé offers glimpse into personal...
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In Beyoncé’s concert film, she describes her recent Renaissance World Tour as being run like a machine: From lighting to set design, the superstar had a hand in everything...
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‘Renaissance’ film unveils freedom, liberation during record-breaking opening...
The Renaissance prevails as Beyoncé Knowles-Carter brings her worldwide tour experience to the big screen. “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,” captures the superstar as a hands-on master of her craft....
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Producer Ektaa R. Kapoor’s vital contribution to Indian television recognized...
The name Ektaa R. Kapoor in the Indian television cosmos is one of the most revered and respected––as someone who changed the face, nature and content of Indian television with the advent of satellite...
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Norman Lear, producer of TV’s ‘The Jeffersons’ and ‘Good Times,’ has died at 101
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Norman Lear, the writer, director and producer who revolutionized prime time television with such topical hits as “All in the Family” and “Maude” and propelled political and social...
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Fantasia and Jeffrey Wright among Golden Globe nominees
Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” dominated the Golden Globe Awards nominations with nine nods for the blockbuster film, including best picture musical or comedy as well as acting nominations for Margot Robbie...
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81st Golden Globe noms unveiled amidst controversy, surprises, snubs, and new...
Despite the ongoing controversy encircling the Golden Globes, the entertainment industry continues to view the acclaimed award show as a pivotal precursor to other prestigious accolades, notably the...
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New musical adaptation of ‘The Color Purple’ sparks excitement ahead of...
At the New York screening of “The Color Purple,” I could tell by the excitement rustling through the audience that the message and the movie meant something to those assembled. A woman dressed in what...
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Jeffrey Wright, shape-shifter supreme, sees some of himself in ‘American...
NEW YORK (AP) — Jeffrey Wright has played Jean-Michel Basquiat, Martin Luther King Jr. and Muddy Waters. He’s played Colin Powell, a Dominican drug kingpin, Batman’s Commissioner Gordon and a longtime...
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Anime NYC 2023 was the place to be!
Anime NYC 2023 was the place to be for all people who love anime, manga, gaming, and so much more—it was all on and popping. The cosplays were out of this world and from all walks of the realm, from...
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‘Wonka’ is deliciously inventive prequel to classic tale
“Wonka” is a well-written, old-fashioned musical prequel to the legendary Roald Dahl tale, starring Timothée Chalamet as the iconic title character, Willy Wonka. Packed with goodness, this tale...
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‘Oppenheimer’ dominates Golden Globes, ‘Poor Things’ upsets ‘Barbie’ in comedy
Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster biopic “Oppenheimer” dominated the 81st Golden Globes, winning five awards including best drama, while Yorgos Lanthimos’ Frankenstein riff “Poor Things” pulled off an...
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Angela Bassett receives honorary Oscars at starry, untelevised event
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mel Brooks received his second Oscar Tuesday night at a private dinner in the heart of Hollywood. The event, the 14th Governors Awards, was untelevised but the crowd was as starry...
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Ava DuVernay’s ‘Origin’ opens Jan. 19
Ava DuVernay’s film “Origin” comprises many moments that resemble a documentary. That’s not a bad thing, considering the cinematic art form’s pursuit of truth, or whatever approximates it. “Origin” is...
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Quinta Brunson, Niecy Nash-Betts and Trevor Noah earn top honors at Emmys
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Succession” secured its legacy with its third best drama series award, “The Bear” feasted as the night’s top comedy, and the two shows about squabbling families dominated the...
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‘The Color Purple’ exceeds box office expectations while preserving sisterhood
“All my life, I had to fight” and “I’s married now! I’s a married woman!” are classic lines made popular in Black culture over decades thanks to the 1985 film “The Color Purple.” The new version of...
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Black stories in the spotlight at Sundance Film Fest, Jan. 18-28
African-American brilliance takes center stage at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, running from January 18 through January 28, 2024). Here’s the lineup of films. PREMIERES “The American Society of...
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Jeymes Samuel’s ‘Book of Clarence’ is a bold, blasphemous biblical epic
“The Book of Clarence” is brimming with profound ideas. It’s a biblical epic infused with action and impressive effects, all intended to provoke contemplation. Directed by British...
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