There is no denying that Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o is on fire. Yesterday, Vogue magazine released the cover of their July issue and Lupita graces the cover, looking absolutely fabulous with a bright, printed Prada dress. In the issue she talks about her incredible rise to fame, being the face of Lancome, and even gives reader a bit of insight into her love life. … [Read more...]
How Can We See More Black Love on Film?
Recently I went to my local library to see a documentary on the history of Black Love in film. The 2011 documentary called Reel Black Love, directed and produced by Darryl Pitts of Chicago, features dozens of interviews with famed actors, actresses, and professionals in the film industry discussing the many ups and downs of Black cinema. What intrigued me the most was to see a … [Read more...]
Nine-Year-Old Becomes Youngest Oscar Nominee in Academy History
During the Academy Awards nomination announcements on Thursday, it was revealed that 9-year-old, Quvenzhane Wallis would became the youngest Best Actress nominee in history. Her role in the Sundance film, Beasts of the Southern Wild, earned an Oscar nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role in the 85th annual Academy Awards. Wallis auditioned for the role of Hushpuppy … [Read more...]