[tps_header] Already, it's been a great year for black films and television series (The Roots remake, Underground, The Breaks). But, we have to admit, some of the most anticipated black movie projects are just around the corner. So schedule your date night, and support these black films. Remember, we can't complain about representation when we don't show up. 13 … [Read more...]
Roots Remake Breaks Records and 6 Other Blackbusters to Watch
[tps_header] When I saw the promos for the A&E’s reboot of the Roots mini-series, I immediately thought, “Why not run this for Black History Month.” Further perplexing, the miniseries debuted over Memorial Day week at that. I mean there are cookouts, the NBA playoffs and the kickoff to the usual summer shenanigans; surely people would rather flock to more fun-filled, far … [Read more...]
First Look: Barack and Michelle Obama’s ‘First Date’ Opens to Rave Reviews at Sundance Film Festival
I love romance, plain and simple. So when a good romance flick comes along, I make sure to catch it one way...theater, or another...Netflix, Redbox, YouTube. However, there are very few first night, theater worthy chick flicks that have gleaned my hard earned dollars. Well, rumor has it that based on the stellar reviews from the Sundance Film Festival, one such movie is on the … [Read more...]
Hollywood Takes On Barack and Michele Obama’s First Kiss
Alas, it has begun. President and First Lady Barack and Michele Obama's first date will be recounted in a new movie to be released in 2016 currently titled "Southside With You." Starring Parker Sawyers as Barack Obama and Tika Sumpter as Michele, the film brings the couple's first date around the city of Chicago, and ultimately, their first kiss, to the big screen. I can't … [Read more...]
The Obama’s Love Story Movie! Guess Who is Playing Michelle Obama?
By Jada Gomez-Lacayo It’s no simple feat to take on a role as one of the most powerful and respected women in the world, but Tika Sumpter is up for the challenge. The actress will star (who is also executive producer) as First Lady Michelle Obama in the upcoming film, Southside With You. And in order to tap into the First Lady’s brilliance, she’s literally hitting the … [Read more...]