Tag: film
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What we’re all missing amidst the Barbie-Oscars snub
Ah, the Oscars. Every year they do something to piss folks off, and when it’s not the Black community, it’s the female one. The Oscars are not known for their celebration of those who aren’t straight, white or male – as past years have proven – but this year has a lot more to say…
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Let’s talk about Angela Bassett’s Oscar…
When we talk about actors with range, actors who have more than paid their dues and given us memorable, exhilarating performances, Angela Bassett is worthy of being on any and all lists. From What’s love got to do with it and Waiting to Exhale to Boyz N The Hood and Wakanda Forever, Angela Bassett has graced our screens for nearly 40 years…
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“It’s a kid’s film; why does there even need to be kissing?” *eye roll*
Chris Evans struck out at the ban of his new movie Lightyear in places like the U.A.E. and several other Middle Eastern and Asian countries because it features a same-sex kiss. “The real truth is those people are idiots. […] It’s tough to not be a little frustrated that it even has to be a…
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We need to talk about ‘Cuties’
The depiction of one social issue the world was not ready to see. This review contains spoilers. New release films these days are little to write home about. With series taking the lead in interesting, previously unexplored storylines, all the films I’ve seen of late have left little to be desired. Then, amid protests about…
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Black Is King: A true celebration of African culture
When the trailer for ‘Black Is King’ first emerged, many were excited, but of course, in true social media fashion, detractors were the first to question the intent behind the visual feature. First, it was Disney+ isn’t even accessible in Africa, so why premier it on this platform? The simple answer is it’s based on…
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