America’s largest and most prestigious international Black film festival is ready to take movie goers on a cinematic journey with international film screenings from around…
Ice Prince wins big at B.E.T awards
Nigerian International hip hop artist Ice Prince has won the Best International Act-Africa category at the 2013 BET awards in Los Angeles, California. Signed to…
Movie Review: The Dark Knight Rises
It was in 2005 director Christopher Nolan introduced moviegoers to his version of the caped crusader with the movie “Batman Begins.” A character previously played by…
‘The Artist,’ ‘Hugo’ garner Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences bestowed the most Oscars on two films that pay homage to the early days of cinema. The Artist,”…
PAFF: Paving the Way for Black Films
The competitive line-up for the 2012 Pan African Film Festival is heavily loaded with powerful narratives, off-the-wall tales and urban love stories. A showcase for films…
A Historical win, “The Help” snags SAG Awards
“The Help” took home three top honors at the Screen Actors Guild Awards for best picture, best actress for Viola Davis and supporting actress for…
84th Academy Awards Nominations Announced
Nominations for the 84th Academy Awards were announced today by Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Tom Sherak and 2010 Oscar nominee Jennifer…
Flying High: An Interview with “Red Tails” Star David Oyelowo
David Oyelowo is having a great year. With several movie projects slated for release in 2012, the star of the George Lucas produced vehicle “Red…
Fashion and beauty connoisseur, Mikki Taylor, Pens New Book
After 30 years at Essence Magazine as their Beauty & Cover Director, fashionista Mikki Taylor, who has devoted a lifetime helping women manage their inner…