Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest reimagines a classic crime thriller with Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright, and A$AP Rocky. Uneven in tone but gripping in execution, the film delivers action, cultural resonance, and a standout second act.
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Honoring Greatness: Presidential Medal of Freedom Recipients Reflect America’s Rich Diversity
President Joe Biden has announced the 2025 recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, including trailblazers whose work has shaped Black history, culture, and progress, such as Fannie Lou Hamer, Magic Johnson, and Denzel Washington.
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Ridley Scott’s ‘Gladiator’ sequel: A gripping mixture of history and fabrication
Ridley Scott’s epic film Gladiator: The Sequel tells the story of a young warrior named Lucius, who fights for revenge against the Roman Empire, while scheming nobles and conspirators plot to seize power.
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Heartbreak, grief over the death of Chadwick Boseman at age 43
The entertainment world is still reeling from the stunning news that actor Chadwick Boseman of “Black Panther” and “42” fame passed away after a four-year battle with colon cancer.
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‘Hidden Figures’ takes top ensemble honor
Denzel, Viola and Mahershala garner individual acting accolades The La La Land juggernaut hit a speed bump at the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) Awards on Sunday, when it only took home one trophy, Emma Stone’s for Best Actress in a Leading Role. On an evening dominated by African American entrants, Blacks prevailed in the other three […]