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*We’re in a season of reality shows, biopics and remakes. Next up is the remake of Fancois Trauffaut’s 1977 film, “The Man Who Loved Women.” But it’s not going to be an updated version like most other remakes. The writers decided to move the story from it’s Paris location to Buenos Aires, where Marc Guiness, [...]
*Even though she’s been roiled by Nina Simone fans and others, Zoe Saldana hasn’t responded to the criticism. Until now. She told Hip Hollywood she took this role for her people. “What keeps me focused and what kept me from getting stressed and hurt by the comments is [that] I’m doing this for my sisters,” [...]
*Once again, biographical filmmakers didn’t quite get it right. The Lifetime Network’s “Betty and Coretta” is the latest example of that. Ilyasah Shabazz, the daughter of Betty Shabazz spoke up about the inaccuracies the film contains. Rumor has it, the filmmakers didn’t even consult the children about a damn thing. “My mother was not a [...]
*Quentin Tarantino sparked something quite interesting or just beat all other filmmakers to the punch. Seven more ‘slave’ themed films are scheduled to premiere this year. One IdieWire.com writer speculates Hollywood is on a celebratory kick, commemorating the 150-year anniversary of the Civil War. Among the seven films to expect this year are “Twelve years A [...]
*Now that she’s got the platform, Octavia Spencer is utilizing her celebrity to reach other young stars in the making. The actress announced on her Facebook fanpage that she’s launching an opportunity for young filmmakers to compete to follow their dreams on her dime. She first shared a story about following dreams and explaining that [...]
*Meagan Good has finally landed a serious role. She shared the good news of marriage and career movement recently on the Wendy Williams show. From being a single hot mama to being a celibate fiancée to finally married, the actress shared how they got through it and what it took to make it happen. “We [...]
*Rap isn’t working out all that well for Bow Wow in his adulthood, but acting on the big screen and TV hosting seem to be just what the doctor ordered. Currently, he’s featured in the military thriller “Allegiance” and is now one of the hosts on “106 & Park.” “It’s a film about a lieutenant [...]
*Veteran actress Lonette McKee is still doing the damn thing! The Tony-nominated thespian is full of life and busy as a bee with projects closing and beginning. This past November, she starred in a Broadway play, put on a concert with bassist Michael Henderson at New York’s Aaron Davis Hall and is getting ready to [...]
*By now most people know Kevin Hart’s hilarious style of comedy. He’s a great storyteller with all the perfect punch lines, the voices, and the extras. The comic is on top of his game right now with additional big screen gigs as well as growing popularity. Recently he wrapped up filming for yet another flick, [...]
*As the title character in the upcoming release of action thriller Alex Cross, Tyler Perry has momentarily hung up his Madea-style moomoo, grabbed a badge and a bigger gun to play an admitted badass detective, says BCNN1.com. Apparently, there are no days off for the multiple-title having Perry, though. Of course, this new movie deserves a [...]
*Tyler Perry is a filmmaking machine, popping out movie after movie; year after year. Forbes named him one of entertainment’s highest paid men, grossing more than $130 million. His success, however, isn’t without its shortfalls, haters, and criticisms. In the November issue of Essence, the Atlanta based Madea creator explained his Kim Kardashian casting choice [...]
*Do you remember “CB4?” What a classic rap movie, right? Chris Rock is bringing the flick back to life with a possible sequel. The comedian told MTV’s Sway recently that he’s thinking of making this an old man rapper movie. “There may be a new CB4… we’re kicking around some ideas, yes… me and (George) [...]
*OMG! Finally the Winnie Mandela biopic is heading to theaters, after being held in the back room of some studio. And Jennifer Hudson looks amazing in it. “Winnie” opened up at the Montreal International Black Film Festival this week, and will be in Canadian theaters by Oct. 5. The film will finally reach the U.S. in [...]
*Boris Kodjoe is back for the fifth installment of “Resident Evil,” playing the role of Luther West. The sexy on screen actor is happy to have been a part of the project, alongside Seinna Guillor, Shawn Roberts and Milla Jovoich. “I love Milla and her husband [the film's writer-director, Paul W.S. Anderson]. They’re amazing. Our [...]
*Sammy Davis, Jr. is getting covered on all angles it seems like. Currently, there are three productions in the works commemorating the life and career of the late great entertainer. First is a feature film out of Byron Allen’s Entertainment Studios. The storyline is based on the life story as told by his daughter Tracey [...]
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