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Tongayi Chirisa is Compelling in ‘Antebellum’ / EUR Exclusive

Tongayi Chirisa in “ Antebellum.” Photo: Matt Kennedy Courtesy of Lionsgate *Rising star Tongayi Chirisa has had quite a ride, with TV movies and series, including ‘Palm Springs’ and ‘The Jim Gaffigan Show.’ Now adding to his impressive repertoire is the compelling alternate reality film, “Antebellum.” In an exclusive interview with EUR, Chirisa related […]

Blues Singer ‘Lady A’ Fires Back at Country Band Lady Antebellum’s Lawsuit Over Use of Her Moniker

via Twitter @ladiawhite /Getty *The country band formerly known as Lady Antebellum has filed a lawsuit against a Black blues singer over use of her stage name.  Here’s the backstory… amid the ongoing protests and civil unrest over police brutality and race relations in America, Lady Antebellum decided it was time to change the […]

Lionsgate Temporarily Removes Janelle Monae’s Thriller ‘Antebellum’ Off Calendar

*The summer release of Janelle Monae’s “ Antebellum” has been removed from the August theatrical line-up as COVID-19 continues to impact movie chains. Directed by Gerard Bush and written by Christopher Renz, the Lionsgate film stars Monae as an author who is stuck between present day and slavery in the 1800s. She “finds herself […]

Janelle Monáe Says ‘Antebellum’ Explores How Black Women ‘Deconstruct White Systemic Racism’

 *Janelle Monáe says her “ Antebellum” thriller will certainly “trigger” some people as it weaves themes of white supremacy, slavery and racism throughout the narrative.   In the film, Janelle plays “successful author Veronica Henley who finds herself trapped in a horrifying reality that forces her to confront the past, present and future – […]

Janelle Monáe Says Filming on Plantation for ‘Antebellum’ Was ‘Triggering’ [VIDEO]

*Janelle Monáe says filming the time-bending thriller “ Antebellum” was quite a “triggering” experience.  In the film, the singer stars as a successful author who is stuck between present day and slavery in the 1800s. During a recent conversation for The Hollywood Reporter’s Drama Actress Roundtable, Monáe noted that she “brought all of my […]

The Enduring Legacy of the Fugitive Slave Act by David J. Johns

[…] Act and the rift it caused between anti- and pro-slavery states contributed to both the Civil War and the formal end of slavery. Tongayi Chirisa in “ Antebellum.” Courtesy of Lionsgate The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was actually the second Act of its kind. The first Fugitive Slave Act was enacted in 1793. […]

Janelle Monae Stars in the New Psychological Thriller ANTEBELLUM – Watch Trailer!

 *If you’re a Janelle Monae fan, we’ve got great news for ya: yo’ gurl is toplining the new psychological thriller from Lionsgate, ANTEBELLUM. ANTEBELLUM is a terrifying thriller from the producer of the acclaimed films GET OUT and US, and groundbreaking directors Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz (Bush+Renz) – an exciting new voice […]

New Trailer Drops for ‘Time-bending’ Slavery Thriller ‘Antebellum’ Starring Janelle Monáe [WATCH]

*A new trailer for the perplexing thriller “ Antebellum” dropped Thursday (March 5), and it adds some context to the mysterious teaser that was released late last year. Janelle Monáe stars as a successful author who is stuck between present day and slavery in the 1800s. “This is definitely one of my most layered […]

‘Antebellum’ Stars Gabourey Sidibe & Lily Cowle Discuss Race and White Allies

*” Antebellum,” the new film from Lionsgate is a mind-bending, psychological thriller that takes you from slavery plantations to modern day… or does it? It stars Janelle Monae as Veronica Henley, a successful author, wife and mother who becomes trapped in a terrifying reality. Also starring is Kiersey Clemmons, Tongayi Chirisa, Gabourey Sidibe, Lily […]

Janelle Monae’s Mind-bending Mystery ‘Antebellum’ Gets New Release Date and Platform

Antibellum – Janelle Monae *Janelle Monae’s highly anticipated “ Antebellum” feature has received a new release date following reports that the film had been pulled from Lionsgate’s summer release schedule.  Written and directed by Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz, the time-bending thriller will now premiere as a Premium On-Demand release, debuting on all platforms […]

Lionsgate Releases 3 New Clips from Janelle Monae Horror Film ‘Antebellum’ (Watch)

Antebellum – Lionsgate *Lionsgate is preparing for the “at home” release of “Antebellum,” a racially-charged horror flick that has Janelle Monae going back in time to the antebellum south. The Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz film stars Monae as Veronica Henley, a successful author who finds herself trapped in a horrifying reality and must uncover […]

Janelle Monáe Horror Film ‘Antebellum’ Now Set for Aug 21 Release in Theaters

Antebellum,” the horror film that stars Janelle Monáe is now set to debut in theaters on August 21, announced Lionsgate, the film’s studio/distributor. If you’ve seen the trailer, you know this is a totally different kind of thriller. TIt’s from the producers associated with Jordan Peele’s hit films “Get Out” and “Us.” Essentially […]

Gabourey Sidibe Says After Oscar Nomination the ‘Seas Did Not Part’ for Her in Hollywood

Getty *“ Antebellum” star Gabourey Sidibe says her 2010 Oscar nomination did nothing for her career, unlike fellow actress Anna Kendrick. Both stars were first time Oscar nominees at the Academy Awards in 2010. Sidibe was in the running for Best Actress in Lee Daniels’ “Precious,” while Kendrick received a Best Supporting Actress nod […]

While Discussing New Horror/Slave Film ‘Antebellum,’ Janelle Monáe Says She’s Looking for White Accomplices Not Allies

*Janelle Monáe stars in the new psychological horror film “ Antebellum.” The film follows successful author Veronica Haney (Monáe) a woman who finds herself trapped in a horrifying reality and must piece together a mind-bending mystery before it’s too late. The cast also includes Marque Richardson II, Eric Lange, Jack Huston, Kiersey Clemons, Tongayi […]

First Look: Janelle Monae in Thriller ‘Antebellum’ (Trailer)

*A successful author finds herself trapped in a horrifying reality and must uncover the mind-bending mystery before it’s too late in the upcoming feature film “Antibellum.” Janelle Monáe stars as the author, Veronica Henley, in this terrifying new thriller from Sean McKittrick, the producer of the acclaimed films “Get Out” and “Us,” and groundbreaking directors […]
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