KJ Smith Black and Skyh Black Launch Blackhouse Media With Debut Feature Directed By Okema T. Moore
KJ Smith Black, best known for leading Sistas for nine seasons, is stepping into a new role alongside her husband, All the Queen’s Men star Skyh Black. The couple has launched their production banner, Blackhouse Media, and completed filming on their first project, a psychological thriller centered on maternal mental health.
Hollywood Actress Cynthia Kaye McWilliams Joins Blake Martin’s ‘Sunday Evenings’ as Executive Producer
Acclaimed actress and Hollywood powerhouse Cynthia Kaye McWilliams (Average Joe, Real Husbands of Hollywood, Prince of Peoria) has officially signed on as Executive Producer of the highly anticipated original series Sunday Evenings, written and directed by Chicago creative visionary Blake Martin.
Chadwick Boseman To Be Honored in Upcoming Documentary From Words + Pictures
Chadwick Boseman’s legacy continues to live on. The beloved late actor will be honored with his own documentary from Words + Pictures, a production studio known for producing high-quality films that spotlight powerful stories and compelling people.
TheBlkScript & The Armenian Film Society Collaborate To Give Away Tickets To See Sev Ohanian & Ryan Coogler In Conversation Live At Alex Theatre Sept. 7th
TheBlkScript & The Armenian Film Society Collaborate To Give Away Tickets To See Sev Ohanian & Ryan Coogler In Conversation Live At Alex Theatre Sept. 7th
Natasha Rothwell Confirms ‘Who TF Did I Marry?,’ Based On Tareasa Johnson’s Viral TikTok, In The Works
On August 9, Emmy Award winner Nathasha Rothwell sat down with former First Lady Michelle Obama and her brother, Craig Robinson, for a live taping of ‘IMO With Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson’ at the 23rd Annual Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival (MVAAFF). During their conversation, the trio discussed her career journey, major milestones, and her growing visibility in the industry following high-profile opportunities like starring in ‘Insecure.’
Ryan Coogler & Armenian Film Society To Induct Producer Sev Ohanian Into The Armenian Film Hall Of Fame
On September 7, Academy Award winner Ryan Coogler will present his Proximity Media co-founder, Sev Ohanian, with an induction into the Armenian Film Hall of Fame. The ceremony will take place at the Armenian Film Society Gala during the 2025 Armenian Film Festival in Los Angeles.
David Jonsson Stars In ‘The Long Walk,’ Coming To Theaters September 12
“Walk or die.” That’s the only rule in ‘The Long Walk,’ Lionsgate’s forthcoming adaptation of Stephen King’s 1979 classic dystopian novel. BAFTA winner David Jonsson stars as Peter McVries, a determined walker competing in a deadly contest where slowing down means dying.
Keith David Gets His Own ‘Rick And Morty’ Spinoff: ‘President Curtis’
Adult Swim has greenlit another ‘Rick and Morty’ spinoff! Emmy Award winner Keith David will reprise his voice role as President Andre Curtis in the upcoming series, ‘President Curtis.’
Corey Hawkins To Star Opposite Willem Dafoe In Nadia Latif’s Directorial Debut, ‘The Man In My Basement,’ Set To Premiere At TIFF In September
Corey Hawkins stars in Nadia Latif’s directorial debut, ‘The Man in My Basement,’ which is set to premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this September. He stars opposite Willem Dafoe in this highly anticipated psychological thriller based on Walter Mosley’s acclaimed novel of the same name.
Dennis Haysbert, Telma Hopkins, Lawrence Saint Victor, Laurissa “Lala” Romain, and Aasha Davis to Star in New Drama ‘Higher Love’
Dennis Haysbert and Telma Hopkins are set to star in the new drama ‘Higher Love,’ written and directed by A.W. “Tony” Scott. They’ll star alongside Joe Pantoliano and Marilu Henner, with Lawrence Saint Victor, Laurissa “Lala” Romain, and Aasha Davis also joining the cast.
Kelvin Harrison Jr. Joins Cast Of SCI-FI Comedy, ‘Alpha Gang’
SAG Award winner Kelvin Harrison Jr. is the latest star to join the cast of the upcoming film, ‘Alpha Gang.’ He joins a lineup that includes Chris Pine, Lily-Rose Depp, and Doona Bae.
‘Black Barbie: A Documentary’ Earns Two Emmy Nominations
Congratulations to the entire cast and crew of Lagueria Davis’ ‘Black Barbie: A Documentary.’ The critically acclaimed film has received two Emmy nominations for “Outstanding Arts and Popular Culture Program” and "Outstanding Writing Team For A Daytime Non-Fiction Program."
‘Sinners’ Premieres On Max July 4 With Black American Sign Language Accessibility
Ryan Coogler's ‘Sinners’ continues to break new ground in accessibility and audience reach. Beginning Friday, July 4, the history-making film will be available to stream on Max in two versions: the original theatrical release and a newly interpreted version in Black American Sign Language (BASL).
Viola Davis And Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Team Up For ‘House Of Games’ Reimagining At Amazon MGM Studios
EGOT winner Viola Davis and Emmy Award winner Yahya Abdul-Mateen II are teaming up for a creative collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios. The two are set to star in and produce a reimagining of David Mamet’s 1987 MGM feature film ‘House of Games.’
50 Cent Cast As Balrog In Live-Action ‘Street Fighter’ Reboot
Rapper, actor, and producer 50 Cent is taking his talent back to the streets! The rapper is reportedly set to play the villainous boxer Balrog in the upcoming live-action reboot of ‘Street Fighter.’
Jonathan Daviss Cast As Snoop Dogg In Universal’s Upcoming Biopic
Universal Pictures is gearing up to bring the story of hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg to the big screen, with Jonathan Daviss set to star as the rap legend in this highly anticipated biopic.
Swizz Beatz To Expand Into TV And Film; Launching New Production Venture With Chris Brancato
Swizz Beatz is expanding his creative reach in Hollywood, partnering with executive producer Chris Brancato to launch a new multimedia production company. The pair, known for their work on Godfather of Harlem, are now developing a fresh lineup of TV, film, and podcast projects.
Viola Davis To Be Inducted Into The Television Academy Hall Of Fame
EGOT-winning actress, producer, and cultural icon Viola Davis will be inducted into the Television Academy’s 27th Hall of Fame on August 16.
Regina Hall Joins Cast Of ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search For SquarePants’
Regina Hall is set to visit the pineapple under the sea! The NAACP Image Award-winning actress joins the voice cast for SpongeBob’s latest movie, ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.’
Percy Daggs IV And Jhaleil Swaby Join Cast Of ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise On The Reaping’
The Hunger Games universe is expanding with two new tributes! Percy Daggs IV and Jhaleil Swaby are the newest cast members to join the upcoming installment of the franchise, ‘The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.’ Daggs will portray Ampert Latier, the son of Beetee, representing District 3, while Swaby takes on the role of Panache, a career tribute from District 1.