New wave of black films crests at 2019 Toronto International Film Festival
Black artists, filmmakers, and films were a key part of the 2019 Toronto International Film. Get a jump on the upcoming movies featuring Black talent.
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‘The Intruder’: creepy, but predictable
Yes, ‘The Intruder’ sticks to a recipe, but still, the stalking is creepy.
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Best films of 2018
In 2018, the stories told, talent on view, compelling characters, emotions expressed, and genres stretched were just amazing.
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‘Amazing Grace’: a compelling look behind an Aretha Franklin classic
With the best of intentions, director Sydney Pollack and his crew filmed the Queen of Soul as she performed over two days, January 2 and 3, at the New Temple Missionary Baptist Church in Watts, Los Angeles in 1972.
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‘The Hate U Give’ lacks grit but has its moments
The wealth of talent on view is almost staggering. Stenberg carries the weight of the film, giving Starr just enough juice to grow from a humble, vulnerable teen to a courageous protester.
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REVIEW: Marvel’s ‘Black Panther’ is near perfect
The Black Panther character was first introduced into the Marvel Studios pantheon back in 1966. The launch took place in the comic book “Fantastic Four Vol.1” issue 52. So why …
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‘Crown Heights,’ ‘Get Out,’ ‘Girls Trip’ among the Best Films of 2017
As we look back on the highest caliber films of 2017, the array is diverse, the talent is strong and the entertainment value is solid. These are the films that …
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‘Lowriders’ bound to be a classic
Rarely do urban tales balance authenticity with solid drama elements and strong emotion. Boyz n the Hood and Straight Outta Compton are perfect examples. Lowriders is in their league; it …
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FILM REVIEW: ‘I Called Him Morgan’
Bee Bop. Jazz. The ’50s and ’60s were a hotbed for cool music, and the hip musicians who played those genres on records and in smoky, dimly lit nightclubs, were …
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‘I Am Not Your Negro’ powerfully connects past and present struggles
James Baldwin, the intellectual, civil rights activist and renowned author, left behind some biting and enlightening words about racism and the status of the Black community that are just as …
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