Film + TV
06 September 2024
11 African Documentaries to Watch on Netflix Right Now
These documentaries tell stories of the diverse history and culture, and untold perspectives from across the continent.
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Film + TV
19 November 2019
Idris Elba to Star In Netflix's Upcoming All-Black Western 'The Harder They Fall'
The film also stars Jonathan Majors and is being produced by Jay-Z.
Film + TV
31 October 2019
Issa Rae's New Show 'Rap Sh*t' Is Set to Premiere on HBO Max
The comedy series about a female rap group from South Florida is one of many that will launch on the upcoming streaming service.
Film + TV
11 September 2019
These 'Hidden Gems' From Africa & the Diaspora are Now Showing at TIFF
Here are 12 films from across the diaspora to check out before the Toronto International Film Festival ends.
Arts + Culture
08 July 2019
In Conversation with Coodie & Chike: The Celebrated Director Duo on Authentic Storytelling & Their New Documentary About the Life of Stephon Marbury
We chat with Coodie Simmons and Chike Ozah on their diverse backgrounds and how they impact the purpose of their mission.
News
28 June 2019
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s ‘Farming’ Wins 'Best British Feature Film' at Edinburgh International Film Festival
The Nigerian-British actor's directorial debut, starring Nigerian actress Genenevieve Nnaji, continues to gain traction after a successful film festival run in 2018.
Film + TV
24 May 2019
How To Survive Cannes Film Festival As a Black Filmmaker
A film festival is intense by nature, but Cannes is a whirlwind.
News
20 March 2019
Lupita Nyong'o Looms Over Her Suspenseful Fate in This New Clip from 'Us'
Watch Lupita's character express her gut-feeling of doom in this new teaser.
Film + TV
06 March 2019
These 7 Feature Films Helmed by Black Directors Will Be Premiering at Tribeca 2019
The 18th edition of the prestigious film festival kicks off in April.
Film + TV
25 July 2018
These 5 Black Directors Are Set To Premiere Films at TIFF 2018
From Amma Asante to Barry Jenkins, this year's Toronto International Film Festival is in for stand-out, fresh perspectives in black cinema.
Film + TV
28 August 2017
This South African Western Is Challenging the Film Genre's Whiteness
'Five Fingers For Marseilles' is the Eastern Cape-shot western premiering at this year's Toronto International Film Festival.
News
01 August 2017
This Upcoming Drama By Will Packer and Aaron McGruder Imagines "Black America" Post-Reparations
"Black America" is the right kind of alternative history drama.
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