Provocative Short ‘Her Pretty Vagina’ to Make World Premiere at ABFF
*A new short film tackling conversations around Black women’s health is headed to the 2026 American Black Film Festival. …
‘Michael’ Box Office Run Reinforces Hollywood Biopic Formula
*The box office dominance of the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” is reinforcing a growing pattern in Hollywood: …
Ice Cube and Mike Epps Announce ‘Friday’ Live Anniversary Event
*Before it became a film franchise, “Friday” grew into a cultural touchstone that reshaped comedy …
Director Kevin Shaw and Players of Jackie Robinson West Look Back on Controversial 2014 Championship | EUR Exclusive
*More than a decade after the Jackie Robinson West controversy dominated headlines that never quite got it right, the …
Tristan Mack Wilds and Pretty Vee Star in ‘Funny Feelings’ Premiering at ABFF 2026
*A new romantic comedy is making its debut on one of the biggest stages in Black film. “Funny Feelings,” …
‘Michael’ Makes History as Second Music Biopic to Pass $500 Million Dollars
*The box office returns for the weekend of May 8, 2026, are in, and “Michael” has hit another major …
Lionsgate Eyes Quick Turnaround for Possible ‘Michael’ Sequel
*Talk of a sequel to the “Michael” biopic is picking up momentum after the film’s strong $97 million domestic opening, …
Michael Jackson Biopic ‘Michael’ Divides Critics and Fans
*Antoine Fuqua’s “Michael” has done something rare — it opened huge, divided opinion sharply, and now …
Anthony Mackie’s ‘Desert Warrior’ Posts Historic Low Box Office Debut
*Anthony Mackie’s latest release, “Desert Warrior,” is making headlines for all the wrong reasons, delivering one of the …
Nia Long in Pay Dispute Over ‘Michael’ Biopic
*Nia Long may have played a supporting role in the Michael Jackson biopic “Michael,” but behind the scenes, …
ABFF 2026 Reveals Showcase Film Sections, Featuring AI x XR Storytelling
*The American Black Film Festival is preparing for a milestone year, unveiling its 2026 non-competitive showcase lineup …
Antoine Fuqua on Casting Michael Jackson Biopic: ‘He Brought the Room to Tears’ | WATCH
*When director Antoine Fuqua sat down with Rich Eisen on his in-studio show in late March 2026, the conversation …
Nate Parker and David Oyelowo’s Mansa Announces 10 New Micro-Drama Series
*Mobile-first streaming platform Mansa is making a major move in the short-form content space, announcing a slate of 10 …
‘Michael’ Sequel Faces a Legal Standstill Over the 1993 Jordan Chandler Settlement
*The Michael Jackson biopic “Michael” opened in theaters Friday and sequel talk is already swirling — but …
‘Is God Is’ First Look: Cast Teases Revenge Thriller | WATCH
*A first look at “Is God Is” is offering an early glimpse into the upcoming revenge thriller, spotlighting …
