Seeking a fulfilling movie experience to satisfy your big screen theater appetite? ARGO is it. This taut and insightful thriller is taken straight from the pages of American history, circa 1979 Tehran, when the US hostage crisis was the most talked about news story of the day. ARGO, both starring and directed by Ben Affleck […]
When I last sat with David Ayer, writer of the Academy Award winning film, “Training Day” starring Denzel Washington and directed by Antoine Fuqua (Brooklyn’s Finest, Shooter) ), it was for the slick and shrilling cop drama, “Street Kings” in which Ayer directed another Oscar winner, Forest Whitaker. Ayer, the Illinois born, Chicago infused, South […]
Oh, boy, did they hit the nail on the head with this one!!! THE CAMPAIGN will make you sit up and take note. Moreover, it will make you laugh and think about this high octane political season we find ourselves in, but, don’t let me spoil it for you, see the movie for yourself and […]
Bat boys and girls the wait is finally over. The last installment of the Batman adventure is upon us and the DARK KNIGHT RISES brings the story of the masked hero full circle in an absorbing, intense, sexy and satisfying conclusion. Sworn to secrecy –agreeing to hold all comments to the very last bat second– […]
Tis’ the season for all film lovers to rejoice! For the independent filmmaker, the festival circuit is a main artery of visibility, the opportunity to have their films seen by industry insiders and select audiences. The prospect to shop a film in these settings is invaluable. Further, to rub shoulders with like-minded artists is a […]
Mary J. Blige is the heart and soul of hip-hop infused R&B. The stylish and dedicated music diva took some time to discuss her role in the new film, ROCK OF AGES, the story of small town girl Sherrie (Julianne Hough “Burlesque”) and city boy Drew (Diego Boneta in his feature film debut), who meet […]
Performing jaw dropping feats on the football field, San Francisco 49ers Vernon Davis is literally a work of art who expresses his dexterity and duality beyond scoring touchdowns. The All-Pro tight end, through his Vernon and Vontae Davis Family Foundation (along with his pro football brother, a cornerback with the Miami Dolphins) support the efforts […]
(L to R) Cece Winans, Tye Tribbett, Kierra “Kiki” Sheard and comedian Akintunde among headliners July 19-21 at “Always Sisters Forever Brothers” Conference Always Sisters Forever Brothers (ASFB) convenes July 19-21 at Belmont University Curb Event Center in Nashville, TN. Cece Winans, founder and organizer, wanted to provide free registration for the popular youth conference; however, advance registration is required. To register, […]
Authors of The Rich and the Rest of Us: A Poverty Manifesto Q. What was the motivation behind this book? Cornel West: There were a number of contributing factors that led to the writing of this book. First and foremost, my dear brother Tavis and I are avid disciples of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. […]
Yvette Nicole Brown Photo credit: Tina B. Henderson Perhaps you know her smiling face from TV commercials or the numerous roles she’s had on situation comedy shows, among them, NBC’s The Office, HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasmand Entourage. Maybe you recognize her trademark scowl and eyebrow roll or tune in each week to see her hilarious character, Shirley Bennett, […]
