Minneapolis, MN – The highly anticipated documentary Acts of Reparation, directed by Selina Lewis Davidson and Macky Alston, is set to screen at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF). The film delves into themes of history, race, and family, demonstrating how small acts of truth-telling and reckoning can lead to profound change. Screening […]
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Steven Soderbergh brings sophistication to spy thriller Black Bag
Black Bag is a sophisticated British spy thriller directed by Steven Soderbergh, starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett as a husband and wife who are suspects in the activation of a destructive cyber worm.
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South Park Creators, Kendrick Lamar Team Up for Comedy Film Debuting on July 4
Kendrick Lamar, Trey Parker, and Matt Stone are teaming up with pgLang to create a bold, boundary-pushing live-action comedy set to debut in theaters over the July 4 weekend, with Paramount’s full backing and a prime holiday release.
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Disney Cancels Long-Awaited ‘Tiana’ Series, Shifts Strategy for Streaming Content
Disney has canceled the long-awaited Tiana musical series, due to high production costs, but has instead opted to release a short-form special inspired by The Princess and the Frog, and is also planning to release one feature film annually, including titles such as Zootopia 2 and Frozen 3.
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New ‘DeBarge’ Documentary Explores Band’s Legacy, James and Randy Living in RVs
The documentary DeBarge, directed by Matthew Siretta, explores the lives of James and Randy DeBarge, former members of the iconic 1980s R&B group, who now live in RVs on the streets of Los Angeles, highlighting their struggles with fame, addiction, and family bond.
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George Floyd’s Death Wasn’t Enough to Diversify the Oscars
The 2020 protests against police brutality led to a record-breaking number of non-white acting nominees at the 93rd Academy Awards, with eight Oscars won in total.
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Historical drama ‘Nickel Boys’ has ugly parallels in Minnesota
The film “The Nickel Boys” explores the trauma experienced by young Black boys at a reform school in the 1960s, raising questions about how far we have come in addressing the legacy of racial injustice.
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“The Aunties”: A Powerful Documentary Featuring Black Gay Elders Farming Harriet Tubman’s Ancestral Lands
The documentary “The Aunties” premiering on February 17, 2025, explores the lives of two elder Black lesbian farmers, Paulette Greene and Donna Dear, and their role in preserving Harriet Tubman’s ancestral land and the fight for freedom and equality.
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What You Need to Know Before Watching ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
The return of Captain America in ‘Brave New World’ marks a significant cultural moment, continuing multiple storylines, reflecting today’s America, and setting up the next big crossover, while making history as the first Black Captain America on the big screen.
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‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Film Brings West African Fantasy to the Big Screen with a Star-Studded Cast
The upcoming film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s “Children of Blood and Bone” features a star-studded cast, including Thuso Mbedu, Tosin Cole, Amandla Stenberg, Damson Idris, Cynthia Erivo, Lashana Lynch, Idris Elba, and Viola Davis, and is set to be released on January 15, 2027.
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One of Them Days
The film “Next Friday” is a modern take on working class Los Angeles, featuring a comedic twist on two young women trying to make it from Friday to Next Friday and Friday After Next.
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MNmicro Film Festival Celebrates Black History Month with Powerful Films
The Twin Cities Film Fest is hosting the third installment of the MNmicro Film Festival on February 4, 2025, featuring five films that celebrate Black History Month, with free tickets available through Eventbrite.
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The Brutalist
The Brutalist, directed by Brady Corbet, is a brilliant work of art that tells the story of a Jewish Hungarian architect who fled post-WWII Europe and built a community center in the Brutalist style, featuring impeccable detail and artistry.
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2024 in review: A timeline of Black culture, arts, and entertainment moments
2024 was a year full of exciting moments in the world of art, entertainment and pop culture, with highlights including Katt Williams’ candid interview, Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Ayo Edebiri’s Golden Globe wins, Killer Mike’s Grammy Awards, Kendrick Lamar and Drake’s beef, Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” album, and the 6888th movie premiering on Netflix.
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Everything You Need to Know About Happy Gilmore 2: Trailer, Release Date, Cast & More
Adam Sandler is set to return as Happy Gilmore in the sequel, with a cast including Bad Bunny and Eminem, and is expected to premiere on Netflix in 2025.
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Mufasa: The Lion King
Mufasa: The Lion King is an entertaining prequel/sequel to the 2019 live-action version of The Lion King, featuring captivating CGI and a narrative that champions values such as perseverance and helping others, making it a must-see for families.
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Best of the Best Movies 2024
The 2024 film year was filled with strong performances, astute directing, and behind-the-scenes talent, with notable films including The Brutalist, Conclave, Wicked, and The Piano Lesson.
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The Fire Inside
The Fire Inside tells the inspiring story of Claressa Shields, a young girl from Flint, Michigan, who becomes a world champion boxer and Olympic gold medalist, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of female athletes.
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Black Women Veterans Honored in Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight
Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight tells the remarkable story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black, all-female Army unit to serve during WWII, who sorted and delivered 17 million pieces of mail in just three months.
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Pansy’s relentless rants and insults define her character in Mike Leigh’s Hard Truths
Marianne Jean-Baptiste delivers a powerful performance as Pansy, a woman who is constantly angry and abusive to her family, friends, and strangers, in the film Hard Truths.