If you have watched any movie, film or theatre within the last 50 plus years, it would be hard not to have seen or heard of Mr. Ossie Davis or Ms. Ruby Dee. They were a couple who we respected for their gifted talents, long lasting love and even political activism. Ruby Dee was an actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist and activist. She was also married to Ossie … [Read more...]
[Internet Teaser] Blended: The Unspoken Truth About Stepfamilies
BMWK family we're set to release two new films before the end of 2014 and we can't wait for you to see them. Since this is Blended Families Week here on BMWK we thought it would be the perfect time to debut the first internet teaser for our upcoming film that deals with blended families. We feel that blended families are the biggest issue facing marriages today, but no one … [Read more...]
Tyler Perry Narrates Documentary About Our Financial System
So many of us have easy access to our checking and savings accounts that we sometimes take for granted the millions of American who rely on pawn shops, money orders, check cashing locations and payday loans, just to take care of their day-to-day affairs. The new documentary, Spent: Looking for Change, reveals some of the harsh realities of our broken financial system and how … [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...]
Family: The Force Behind the Dream
Regardless of how you personally feel about Beyonce, you really can’t deny that this woman is a force to be reckoned with. She is beautiful, talented, and can entertain like no one’s business (trust me, I have seen her in concert). But, behind the glamor and the success there lies this plain girl that reminds us of our sisters, cousins, and friends. She reminds us of … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Soul Food Junkies Full Length Film
Here at BMWK we had the opportunity to engage in some great discussions with you all, our BMWK family, on various topics both here on the blog and also on our Facebook page. Recently, we discussed the impact soul food could be having on the people we love and shared some of our thoughts on the documentary Soul Food Junkies, which aired on television this week. If you haven't … [Read more...]
Review: Byron Hurt’s Soul Food Junkies Documentary
Filmaker Byron Hurt’s documentary, Soul Food Junkies, premiered last night on PBS (check your local listing for dates and times). Now, when I first heard the title of the documentary, I was less than enthusiastic about checking it out. I assumed it was going to be another one of those films that talked about all the hot spots where you can get some good ol’ soul food. But after … [Read more...]
New Film Explains Why Good Black Men Choose To Remain Single
Psychotherapist and author Dr. Dwayne L. Buckingham is back with a new film that sets out to explain why good men are choosing to remain single. The film titled "Qualified, Yet Single" is set to premiere in Washington, DC on June 21st. Check out more details and the official trailer for the film below. From YouTube: For women who want to know why good men remain single, … [Read more...]
HBO’s Weight of the Nation Brings Awareness to Country’s Obesity Epidemic
This week, HBO aired a four-part documentary titled "Weight of the Nation,"which confronts America's obesity epidemic. It's no secret that millions of our citizens are not only overweight, but considered obese or even morbidly obese. We know that we're supposed to eat right and exercise, yet many of us don't take the necessary steps to keep ourselves healthy. The … [Read more...]
Program Alert: What Black Men Think – Airing Soon on The Documentary Channel
Filmmaker Janks Morton, a longtime friend of BMWK will have his first film What Black Men Think aired on The Documentary Channel 8PM Tuesday May 29th. Make sure you tune in or at least set the DVR. If you want to see more films like this on TV you have to watch them when they do come on. You don't want to miss this! From YouTube: Janks Morton presents a searing … [Read more...]
Still Standing: What Lies Do You Believe About Marriage?
Many people go into marriage believing certain lies and myths. As a result, they are having trouble in their marriages and they are being setup to fail from the get go. In our film, Still Standing, Dr. Johnny C. Parker, Jr. shares some of the common false beliefs, misconceptions, and lies that couples getting married and couples in marriage have embraced. Marriage Lie - I'll … [Read more...]
Second DC Area “Still Standing” Screening Added! Tickets Available Here
Wow! We're down to less than 100 tickets for the 8PM Black Marriage Day Weekend screening of our new film Still Standing. In order to accommodate as many people as possible we've opened up another show. The additional show will take place at 4PM that same day, Saturday March 24th at the Publick Playhouse in Cheverly, MD. Thank you for your support. This is the fastest … [Read more...]
VIDEO: STILLL STANDING Official Trailer & Five City Advance Screening Tour
You've seen the teasers that we've posted the past few weeks but today we're excited to release the Official Trailer for our latest film Still Standing. Check below for the trailer, synopsis, pre-order details and dates for our five city promotional tour which kicks off on March 24th (Black Marriage Day Weekend) in the DC Area. Synopsis: From the creators of … [Read more...]
Documentary On Heavy D Airs February 26
Coming soon to a television near you: a documentary on the life of late rap artist Heavy D. Centric TV will be airing the one-hour original special this Sunday titled "Be Inspired: The Life of Heavy D", which will chronicle his life and his career. The documentary will feature past interviews and performances, as well as reflections from his family, and celebrities who knew him … [Read more...]
VIDEO: In Spite Of Infidelity, Blended Families, Financial Troubles or Even Cancer These Couples Are Still Standing!
BMWK family we're excited to introduce you to the second teaser for our next film which is titled Still Standing. The stories that you'll hear from these couples are both transparent and inspirational. Hear how they were challenged in their relationships but drew the strength from each other to continue on. What I love the most about this project is that the couples explain how … [Read more...]