From performers, presenters to nominees, Trendy Africa details what to expect at the 94th Oscars which will be held on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood.
Idris Elba joins the voice cast of ‘Sonic 2′
The world’s favorite speedy blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and Idris Elba will be flexing his vocal…
Jeymes Samuel’s western drama tops AAFCA’s list of Best Films of 2021
Helmed by British director Jeymes Samuel, and produced by rap mogul Jay-Z, the film which portrays historical Black figures and stars Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors,…
Ashley Thomas on Music, Acting and an Emmy nod
For Ashley Thomas, an Emmy nomination for his turn as Henry Emory in the 10-part Amazon series “Them” would be a bonus. It’s not that…
Daniel Kaluuya: ‘I am glad that people will get to know and understand the Black Panther party.’
With a Golden Globe, a SAG and BAFTA beneath his belt, actor Daniel Kaluuya added an Oscar to his tray of accolades at the 93rd…
‘Ludi is a character that resembles the resilience of immigrant women,’ says director Edson Jean
Dreaming of a land of milk and honey but finding a lean existence instead. It’s a familiar tale for many immigrants and one director Edson…
Julius Onah: ‘For the first decade of my life I was an African and then I was an African American”
His latest project is a riveting adaptation of the 2013 play by J.C. Lee called “Luce,” which tackles racial identity and white privilege. A film, which stars Naomi Watts, Tim…
Trendy’s 10 Best Flicks of 2017
Among our best movies of the year, you’ll find a superhero movie, a revenge drama, a fantasy love story, a historical tale and a superb…
Idris Elba: “Molly’s Game is about gender balance and power”
By all accounts, Idris Elba has had an incredibly good year. First, he played the heroic Roland Deschain in Nikolaj Arcel’s “The Dark Tower” and…