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Sidney Poitier’s ‘Blackboard Jungle’, ‘Paris is Burning’ Added to National Film Registry

*The Library of Congress has announced the addition of 25 new films to its National Film Registry – among them, Sidney Poitier's breakout film “Blackboard...

‘Fences’ Leads Nominations for ‘AARP Movies for Grownups Awards’

*Denzel Washington’s “Fences” is a hit among the over-55 crowd. The 1950s set drama based on August Wilson’s play has earned a leading eight nominations...

‘Foxy Brown’ TV Series Starring Meagan Good in the Works at Hulu

*Hulu is teaming with producers DeVon Franklin, Tony Krantz and MGM TV to develop a series based on Pam Grier’s 1974 blaxploitation classic “Foxy Brown,” with Franklin’s...

Lee Daniel’s A-List Cast of ‘Star’ to Premiere on Fox Dec. 14

*We are less than a day away from the series premiere of "Star" on Fox, debuting next Wednesday, Dec. 14 at 9PM. Created by Lee Daniels,...

‘Hidden Figures’ Director Recalls Racist Incident Involving Octavia Spencer: ‘I Could’ve Cried’

*During an SVA Theatre screening of “Hidden Figures,” which tells the story of three African American women instrumental in launching astronaut John Glenn into...

HBO, Antoine Fuqua, LeBron James Team for Muhammad Ali Documentary

*HBO is teaming with NBA All-Star LeBron James and filmmaker Antoine Fuqua for a documentary focusing on boxing icon Muhammad Ali, according to The...

NASA to Host ‘Hidden Figures’ Book Discussion in Washington

*NASA will host a panel discussion and reading from the book Hidden Figures, now a major motion picture, with about 350 students of Washington...

‘Atlanta’, ‘Moonlight’, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown Among 2017 Golden Globe Nominees (See Full List)

*Donald Glover’s “Atlanta,” the coming of age film “Moonlight,” Issa Rae of HBO’s “Insecure” and Sterling K. Brown’s portrayal of Christopher Darden in “The...

Teenager Nzinga Braswell’s Documentary Airs Nationwide

"A Queen’s Discovery" follows a father and daughter’s mission trip to Africa. The film is told from the perspective of 16-year-old Nzinga Anasa Braswell...

‘Sing’ Red Carpet Premiere: J. Hudson, Her Son, Stevie Wonder & More [LOOK]

*Heads up -- We have a few photos from the " Sing " red carpet premiere, featuring Jennifer Hudson on the dance floor with her...

‘SouledOut Cinema’ Brings Classic Black Films Back To Big Screen

*SouledOut Cinema is bringing Black movies back to the big screen so you can enjoy classic films from the 80s, 90s and 00s at...

Sample New Streaming Service Brown Sugar for Free during Bounce TV Marathon

*To celebrate the launch of Brown Sugar - the new subscription-video-on-demand streaming service that airs 70s-era Blaxploitation films - cable network Bounce TV will present...

Kevin Hart’s Ex-Wife Torrei Now Dating Biggie Actor Jamal Woolard

*Kevin Hart's ex-wife, Torrei, has made some B.I.G. changes in her personal life. According to TMZ, Torrei's rep confirms she's been dating Jamal Woolard, best...

‘Moonlight’ is LA Film Critics Association’s Best Picture of The Year

*Based on what happened earlier today (12-04-16) at the LA Film Critics Association Awards, things are looking good for "Moonlight," Oscar-wise. The critically acclaimed film...

2017 American Black Film Festival/ABFF (in Miami Beach) Needs Volunteers

*If you're looking for a way to get an inside look into the film industry ... without paying, here's is what could be a...

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