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05/15/2021

Idris Elba Starring In Stay Frosty For Extraction Director Sam Hargrave

Yess! https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/idris-elba-starring-in-stay-frosty-for-extraction-director-sam-hargrave/

Elba has to make it home for Christmas – with a target on his back. Find out more via Empire.

05/15/2021

Disney Announces Three New Star Wars Movies

https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/disney-announces-three-new-star-wars-movies/

They'll kick off in 2022. Get more info at Empire.

04/22/2021

https://www.screendaily.com/news/coronavirus-film-and-tv-latest-follow-screens-coverage/5148020.article

https://www.screendaily.com/news/coronavirus-film-and-tv-latest-follow-screens-coverage/5148020.article

04/22/2021

One of the most legendary boxers of all time, Jack Johnson served as model and inspiration to his successor, Muhammad Ali. Kate Carew interviewed and sketched Johnson in April 1910.

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One of the most legendary boxers of all time, Jack Johnson served as model and inspiration to his successor, Muhammad Ali. Kate Carew interviewed and sketched Johnson in April 1910.

FOLLOW US: https://www.instagram.com/kate_carew_/

#katecarew #jackjohnsonboxing #jackjohnsonchampion #muhammadali #marywilliams #firstwomancaricaturist #vintagenewspapers #jaffafilms #boxingclassics #herstory #katecarewmovie #rediscoveringkatecarew #journalism #newyorknewyork #newyorkhistory #gildedage #newspapers

04/14/2021

Will Smith & Antoine Fuqua Pull Film Production From Georgia Over Voting Laws

Right on! ✊

https://www.essence.com/entertainment/will-smith-antoine-fuqua-pull-film-production-from-georgia-over-voting-laws/?fbclid=IwAR0DumKNyj3k8eorBLx6Ak2bVTnrZDPc-6xUtiW_WyPvu5JOf28tPW4gLi4

Smith and Fuqua’s decision may very well set a precedent for productions in the state as a result of their new voting conditions.

04/14/2021

Bridgerton Renewed for Seasons 3 and 4 at Netflix, Ahead of Season 2 Debut

Nice one. 😎

https://tvline.com/2021/04/13/bridgerton-renewed-season-3-4-netflix/?fbclid=IwAR3fCqpYb6wPmYR3ddQTUuLl03JaFIt73RVPfW2iK8Mr_mqgU8HeUHYA9nc

Netflix just significantly extended its stay in Regency London: The streamer has renewed period romance Bridgerton for Seasons 3 and 4, well ahead of its Season 2 premiere.

03/31/2021

'Lovecraft Country' Creator Aims To Reclaim The Horror Genre For People Of Color

https://www.npr.org/2021/03/30/982668346/lovecraft-country-creator-aims-to-reclaim-the-horror-genre-for-people-of-color?utm_term=nprnews&utm_campaign=npr&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR2q2FoEc0g3csWeT85oDf0v4Ws3_2BUweC-_T_tQOgtuutr5d0RwSOum90

"Horror, which is my favorite genre, works best for me when there's a metaphor," Misha Green says. Her HBO series mixes the real horrors of the Black experience in the '50s with supernatural terrors.

03/31/2021

Filmmakers Call Out PBS For A Lack Of Diversity, Over-Reliance On Ken Burns

https://www.npr.org/2021/03/31/982706363/filmmakers-call-out-pbs-for-a-lack-of-diversity-over-reliance-on-ken-burns?fbclid=IwAR1kadg5wY74zmxB-wJtOfYBTtppKiEaX4v34zjaXT_pG6YfmO7MQ41fhrg
#diversityandinclusion #diversitymatters #pbsmandate #filmmakers #kenburns #PBS

A group of documentarians have signed a letter to PBS expressing concerns that white stars like Ken Burns get too much airtime and resources, while filmmakers of color struggle to build careers.

03/30/2021

'Logan' Director James Mangold to Boycott Georgia After State's New Restrictive Voting Laws

https://www.thewrap.com/james-mangold-boycott-georgia-restrictive-voting-laws/
#Boycott #georgia #votinglaws

"Georgia has been using cash to steal movie jobs from other states that allow people to vote. I don't want to play there," "Ford v. Ferrari" director says

03/26/2021

Netflix's 'The Witcher' Casts 7 More Actors for Key Roles in Season 2 (Exclusive)

Brilliant, so looking forward to the new season of The Witcher. 👍🎬😎https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/netflixs-the-witcher-casts-7-more-actors-for-key-roles-in-season-2-exclusive
#thewitchernetflix #HenryCavill #BridgertonSeason2 #outlanderseries #downtonabbey #filmmaking #jaffafilm #nycfilmmaker #filmandtelevisionproduction

Actors from 'Bridgerton,' 'Outlander,' 'Downton Abbey' and more join the fantasy series.

03/21/2021

Hollywood Loses $10 Billion a Year Due to Lack of Diversity, Study Finds

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/11/movies/hollywood-black-representation.html?utm_content=buffer88f9d&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin.com&utm_campaign=LinkedIn
#hollywood #DiversityAndInclusion #africanamericanactors #latinoamericanactors #asianamericanactors #nativeamericanactors #nycfilmmaker #jaffafilm

A McKinsey report that combined previous research and new interviews argues that concrete steps like company bonuses tied to improved representation can lead to change.

03/19/2021

'Falcon and the Winter Soldier' and Navigating Blackness in America

A timely good read: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/falcon-and-the-winter-soldier-and-navigating-blackness-in-america
#falconandwintersoldier #navigatingblackness #DiversityAndInclusion #jaffafilm #nycfilmmaker #captainamerica

'Falcon and the Winter Soldier' promises to have major implications for the MCU, particularly when it comes to how Blackness is navigated in America.

03/19/2021

Blue Screen vs Green Screen Differences Explained

Cool post here: Blue vs Green screen. 🎬🤓

https://www.studiobinder.com/blog/blue-screen-vs-green-screen-differences/?utm_source=sendgrid&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=content-marketing-promotion&utm_term=blue-vs-green-screen-post&utm_content=blue-vs-green-screen-post
#postproduction #bluescreen #greenscreen #WandaVision #wandavisionseries #techissues #filmmaking

When planning a chroma key shot, what's the difference between blue screen vs green screen? We break down all the considerations you'll need.

03/19/2021

'Judas and the Black Messiah' makes Oscar history as first Best Picture nominee with all Black producers

👏👏🎬
https://ew.com/awards/oscars/judas-and-the-black-messiah-best-picture-oscars-nomination/

#JudasAndTheBlackMessiah #judasandtheblackmessiahfilm #TheOscars #blacklivesmatter #blackexcellence #producer #historyinthemaking #blackpantherparty #DanielKaluuya #andtheoscargoesto #filmmaking #jaffafilm #harlemnyc

In addition to the history-making nomination, 'Judas and the Black Messiah' stars Daniel Kaluuya and Lakeith Stanfield were also recognized.

03/18/2021

Zack Snyder on Why He Quit ‘Justice League’ — Vanity Fair

https://apple.news/AlqtqWLsNQha7GxxReNd-_w
#JusticeLeagueSnyderCut #JusticeLeague #RedemptionStory #filmmaking #ajourney #hollywoodstudios #dcuniverse #zacksnyder

His name is in the credits as the filmmaker, but he’s never sat through the version released to the world three years ago. His wife, Deborah, who produced the movie, advised him not to.

03/15/2021

2021 Oscar Nominees Full List: Chadwick, Viola, Andra, Daniel, Lakeith, Leslie And More - Shadow and Act

https://shadowandact.com/2021-oscar-nominees-full-list-chadwick-viola-andra-daniel-lakeith-leslie-and-more
#chadwickbosemanforever #ViolaDavis #DanielKaluuya #andraday #andtheoscargoesto #oscars2021 #blackexcellence

The 2021 Academy Award nominations were announced today and there were several surprises as well as nods that were expected. Judas and the Black Messiah nabbed a Best Picture nomination. All Black directors were shut out of Best Director. Chadwick Boseman nabbed a posthumous nomination in the Best A...

02/19/2021

Regina King to Produce and Star as Shirley Chisholm in Upcoming Biopic: 'We Hope to Inspire'

https://people.com/movies/regina-king-to-produce-and-star-as-shirley-chisholm-in-biopic/?fbclid=IwAR1nwXakfjHwJUs8vW2wQtjeXT7qM3s1C6FvTpK0Gl1ukQFvNf-EVvr21dE
#GoRegina #ReginaKing #ShirleyChisholm #biography #blackexcellence #actordirectorproducer #triplethreat #gohead #shirleyransokamalacouldfly #changethenarrative

Uzo Aduba previously portrayed the real-life heroine in the limited series Mrs. America

02/03/2021

Alberto Grimaldi, Producer of ‘The Good, the Bad and the Ugly’ and ‘Gangs of New York,’ Dies at 95

https://variety.com/2021/film/news/alberto-grimaldi-dead-dies-producer-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly-1234891108/?fbclid=IwAR2fOyuHH6mFl53cS9g7m5zlIJVdqBLkho-sxVvOTUHF_leIzbEAuZSXh2s

Alberto Grimaldi, a film producer whose credits include the Spaghetti Western “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” and Martin Scorsese’s “Gangs of New York,” has died. He …

02/03/2021

Coming 2 America Official Trailer #2 | Prime Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=RDCMUCQJWtTnAHhEG5w4uN0udnUQ&v=x5lrkdvEZGg&feature=emb_rel_end

An icon returns. #Coming2America arrives to Prime Video on March 5th About Prime Video:Want to watch it now? We've got it. This week's newest movies, last n...

01/31/2021

'Passing' Review | Sundance 2021

Can't wait to see this..
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/passing-film-review-sundance-2021

Tessa Thompson and Ruth Negga play Black women in 1920s New York, navigating the "color line" from opposite sides in 'Passing,' Rebecca Hall's adaptation of the Harlem Renaissance novel.

01/31/2021

Truly a funny actress with deft comedic chops...rest in peace
Ms. Cloris Leachman. You will be missed. ❤️🎬🙏😢

Truly a funny actress with deft comedic chops...rest in peace
Ms. Cloris Leachman. You will be missed. ❤️🎬🙏😢

01/31/2021

How to honor Cicely Tyson by streaming her celebrated film and TV performances

Rest in Peace: Ms. Cicely Tyson

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2021-01-29/how-to-stream-cicely-tyson-performances-movies-tv

Cicely Tyson, who died Thursday, had a prolific acting career. Here's where to find some of her best TV and movie roles, from "Roots" to "The Help."

01/18/2021

Tessa Thompson And Nnamdi Asomugha Say Some Studios Didn't Think There Was An Audience For 'Sylvie's Love' - Shadow and Act

Wonderful film...👍🎬

https://shadowandact.com/tessa-thompson-and-nnamdi-asomugha-say-some-studios-didnt-think-their-was-an-audience-for-sylvies-love?fbclid=IwAR2VSuHh6cg0LwGyjHWpY3yeNVwwe10mZB-pLXnUeytqfDKGFtUxAJMH3AM

Sylvie's Love hits Amazon Prime Video this week after its premiere earlier this year at the Sundance Film Festival. The film got a great response in Park City theaters, something that stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha are grateful for, considering that most releases have pivoted to streaming....

01/12/2021

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“For over eleven years, Jaffa Films, LLC has produced documentaries, features, and true-life TV series on the most important social issues of our time. From poverty to women’s rights, Jaffa F…

01/11/2021

'The United States Vs. Billie Holiday' Trailer: Andra Day Stuns In Lee Daniels' Hulu Film And Possible Oscar Contender - Shadow and Act

https://shadowandact.com/the-united-states-vs-billie-holiday-trailer-andra-day-stuns-in-lee-daniels-hulu-film-and-possible-oscar-contender

As the film pivots to a Hulu release amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the first trailer has dropped for The United States vs. Billie Holiday. Shadow and Act got an early premiere of the trailer that was given to Black journalists in an event featuring Daniels and stars Andra Day and Trevant...

01/08/2021

Roku Acquires Global Rights to 75-Plus Quibi Shows, Will Stream Them for Free

New life..
https://variety.com/2021/digital/news/roku-acquires-quibi-shows-free-streaming-1234881238/

Roku snapped up the rights to the majority of Quibi’s multimillion-dollar portfolio original programming — more than 75 shows in all — and will make them available free to stream in 2021 on t…

01/06/2021

2021: 🎬🎬🎬😎

01/02/2021

Pam Grier Wants Spike Lee To Direct Her Upcoming Biopic - Shadow and Act

Great idea for a collaboration...https://shadowandact.com/pam-grier-wants-spike-lee-to-direct-her-upcoming-biopic?fbclid=IwAR0vHBtzIZVWY2L-sYcKBBtkFojxaFBHeRO-IVTK1r4kPmJpuFd5ihQP8dw

There is one person Pam Grier would want to direct her biopic, and it's not Blaxploitation and Pam Grier fanboy Quentin Tarantino. After the TCA panel for Grier's ABC comedy, Bless This Mess , Grier said that she would love for Spike Lee to direct the film about her life, Foxy: My Life in Three Acts...

12/31/2020

WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS 2021! ❤🎬

12/31/2020

'Captain Marvel 2' Taps 'Candyman' Director Nia DaCosta To Helm MCU Sequel - Shadow and Act

Congratulations!!

https://shadowandact.com/captain-marvel-2-taps-candyman-director-nia-dacosta-to-helm-mcu-sequel/?fbclid=IwAR2COCN1NiCuUm2gSV2dlsvaHmR5SUUbw2WVxHRcDCPZYos1himbzIX52kg

👍🏿

Marvel's Captain Marvel 2 has found its director in Nia DaCosta. The Little Woods director, who helms the upcoming Candyman film, will helm the project. She will be the first Black woman to helm a Marvel film. Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck directed the first film. Breaking the news first, Deadline repor...

12/30/2020

‘Breakin’ Star Adolfo ‘Shabba-Doo’ Quiñones Dead at 65

2020...You've taken so much talent already. 😢

Growing up in the 80's we all thought we could breakdance...but Adolfo 'Shabba Doo' Quinones was the innovator ..and brought 'locking' and breakdancing to national and international fame.

Joe Clark was a towering example of tough-love who strove for excellence with his students and the greater community. A booming voice for education reform in underserved communities.

Godspeed Sirs...your work has been noted in the book of life. Rest in paradise.
https://tvone.tv/97811/breakin-star-adolfo-shabba-doo-quinones-dead-at-65/?fbclid=IwAR2DYxhdGgJY5rXEf7SJAMrLlRtN2boGvhkvXEqnIG21B5JIkrd2KD_TZ3Y

Adolfo “Shabba-Doo” Quiñones, the famous breakdancer and star of the 1984 cult film, “Breakin’,” has died.

12/30/2020

Joe Clark, Real-Life Figure Portrayed By Morgan Freeman In 'Lean On Me,' Dies At 82 - Shadow and Act

https://shadowandact.com/joe-clark-real-life-figure-portrayed-by-morgan-freeman-in-lean-on-me-dies-at-82?fbclid=IwAR0f4oyX1GK-RHpaQlnNDJKENxhXYqNNusgnKnn8iqD8icrp9ZQuut9_OcE

Joe Clark, the iconic principal of New Jersey's Eastside High School portrayed by Morgan Freeman in Lean on Me , has died. he was 82 years old. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Clark's family announced that Clark died Tuesday in Gainesville, Florida after a long illness. Clark earned national fa...

12/27/2020

AMERICAN SKIN Official Trailer #1 (NEW 2021) Omari Hardwick, Theo Rossi Movie HD

Looking forward!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m3WzzEPdps

official new movie trailer for American Skin Plot : A Marine veteran working as a school janitor tries to mend his relationship with his son after a divorce....

12/21/2020

HAPPY HOLIDAYS 🙏

12/12/2020

'Friday' Star Tommy 'Tiny' Lister Dead at 62, Reportedly Experienced COVID Symptoms

RIP- Tommy 'Deebo' Lister.
Mr. Lister, you brought us unforgettable and fun-filled moments on television and film. Rest now. https://www.tmz.com/2020/12/10/tommy-tiny-lister-dead-dies-friday-movies-deebo/
🎬❤️💪🏿

"Friday" star Tommy "Tiny" Lister had died at age 62.