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“The Other, Gold” | A Tribeca Film Written, Produced, Co-Directed By & Starring A Black Woman, Qualifies For The Oscars With No Studio Backing

Following its sold out world premiere at the prestigious 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, “The Other, Gold” kicks off its Awards Season campaign with 21 Oscar-qualifying screenings at The Tara Atlanta from December 6-12, 2024. Rising talent Sharaé Nikai wrote, produced, co-directed (with David Lassiter) and stars in this heartfelt dramedy.

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New Three-Part Series ‘AFTERSHOCK’ Explores The Life And Legacy Of The Late Sean Bell

The fatal 2006 shooting of Sean Bell by undercover NYPD officers ricocheted through New York City and left the country in a state of shock, as Bell’s family and the larger Black community struggled to come to terms with this devastation. Sean Bell, a 23-year-old father and soon-to-be husband, was leaving his bachelor party in Queens, New York, with his friends Joseph Guzman and Trent Benefield when they were confronted by undercover NYPD officers and targeted by a barrage of 50 bullets, killing Bell. Since this tremendous loss, Sean Bell’s fiancée, Nicole P. Bell, and his family have been striving for justice while honoring his legacy.

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Keke Palmer And SZA's Comedy ‘One Of Them Days’ Moves To MLK Weekend Release

Looks like Sony Pictures is shifting gears to release the R-rated comedy One of Them Days a week earlier, strategically targeting the four-day Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend starting January 17, 2025. This timing aims to capitalize on the 95% of colleges on break, making it an opportune moment for young audiences to hit theaters.

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Don Cheadle Leads Jazz Musician-Killer Feature ‘Canyon’ In Works At Alcon Entertainment

Oscar-nominated actor Don Cheadle is set to lead Canyon, a gripping new thriller from Alcon Entertainment. Directed by Colin Tilley with a screenplay by John Wick creator Derek Kolstad, the story unfolds over a single intense night. Cheadle plays Canyon, a part-time jazz musician and full-time hitman who becomes the unlikely guardian of a young woman entangled in a deadly feud between rival crime families.

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Idris Elba Set To Play Duncan, Man-At-Arms ‘Masters Of The Universe’

Idris Elba has been cast as Duncan, also known as Man-At-Arms, in Amazon MGM’s upcoming Masters of the Universe movie, directed by Travis Knight. The film, a collaboration between Escape Artists and Mattel, features Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, and Camila Mendes as Teela. Chris Butler penned the script, with Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, and Steve Tisch producing.

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Dascha Polanco, Paige Hurd, Brad James, And Stephen Bishop Star In Lifetime’s New ‘Ripped From The Headlines’ Movies

Lifetime is set to captivate audiences in 2025 with two new additions to its acclaimed "Ripped from the Headlines" series. These gripping dramas, based on real events, promise suspense and emotion, featuring standout performances from Dascha Polanco and Paige Hurd.

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Angela Bassett Reprises Her Role As CIA Director Erika Sloane In ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ In Theaters May 2025

CIA Director Erika Sloane (Angela Bassett) brings her fierceness back to the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise for the latest installment—The Final Reckoning. Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Angela Bassett is set to play the iconic character in the film, which is expected to be released in theaters by Paramount Pictures and Skydance on May 23, 2025. While the full plot of the film has not yet been disclosed, fans can expect to be submerged in an action-packed, breathtaking story that tracks the final mission of the Impossible Mission Force’s (IMF) highly skilled field agent, Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise).

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Zendaya Joins Anne Hathaway In Christopher Nolan’s Star-Studded New Film For 2026 IMAX Release

Zendaya is stepping into the spotlight for Christopher Nolan's next big film, joining an impressive lineup that includes Anne Hathaway, Matt Damon, and Tom Holland. This will mark her first collaboration with the acclaimed director, adding her to the list of top-tier talent drawn to Nolan's projects.

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Lil Rel Howery To Direct And Star In Comedy-Horror ‘Haunted Heist’ Alongside Tiffany Haddish; Film Backed By The Coven At AFM

Lil Rel Howery is stepping into the director's chair for the first time with Haunted Heist, a comedy-horror film he’ll also star in alongside Tiffany Haddish. Known for his roles in Get Out and Free Guy, Howery is joined by Girls Trip star Haddish in a story about four friends who reunite for a heist — only to find themselves in a haunted house filled with restless spirits. As they hunt for a hidden antique, they must confront their past grievances and join forces to survive the night.

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Serayah, Tyler Lepley, And Phylicia Rashad Lead The Cast Of Tyler Perry And Devon Franklin’s New Film ‘R&B’

Serayah, Tyler Lepley, and the legendary Phylicia Rashad have been tapped to lead the ensemble cast of R&B, a modern-day reimagining of the biblical love story of Ruth and Boaz. Produced by Tyler Perry and Devon Franklin, the film promises to deliver a touching narrative of love, family, and second chances.

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