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The Best Black Love Movies – The Definitive List
The search for the best Black love movies is always a topic of conversation, but we’re here to help bring it to an end! I’ve watched the films. I’ve done the research. I’ve even scoured the internet for opinions beyond my own. And with all of that, I’ve now compiled what I believe is the…
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Netflix’s “Good Times” Fails At Its Most Important Job
Netflix made a remake of “Good Times”, but in this modern day reboot, it now tries to take on social issues as an animated series. I previously offered you all my preemptive review on the “Good Times” animated reboot after the highly controversial trailer made the rounds. I didn’t like the trailer, and I specifically…
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Good Movies on BET Plus
Looking for good movies on BET Plus? We’ve got you covered. We went through the BET Plus library to explore which of their original movies stacked up best when asked by the viewers. Admittedly, there were not many movies to choose from, and while we love the Black representation offered, the quality just isn’t consistent…
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The Vince Staples Show: A Good Show that Lacks Intention
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not super familiar with Vince Staples. To most of you, that probably doesn’t preclude me from commenting on his new show, “The Vince Staples Show”. To the people of the Vince Staples subreddit, it means I couldn’t possibly understand the many levels to this series. But onward…
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The Queen Sugar Cast: A Deep Dive Into Ensemble Excellence
You can have the best-written show in the world, but without a cast of actors who can properly convey the emotions and relationships between people in the story, your show is going to flop. Fortunately for Ava DuVernay’s “Queen Sugar,” writing and cast combined in the kind of alchemy that makes for amazing television. Today,…
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‘Atlanta’ Characters: Understanding the Show Through Its Personalities
Throughout the many shows we’ve loved in 2023, few shows manage to blend character development with social commentary as seamlessly as “Atlanta.” Created by and starring Donald Glover, this critically acclaimed series takes viewers on a journey through the lives of its diverse cast of characters, each contributing in their own unique way to the show’s dynamics…
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Nostalgia Alert: 8 Black Movies from the 90s to Transport You Back in Time
There’s nothing like settling in with a blast from the past, so we wanted to take some time to explore Black movies 90s that most marked one of the more progressive decades in Black history. For Black professionals with Hollywood dreams, the 1990s were a boom period for Black media. From the golden age of…
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Valarie Pettiford: A Multifaceted Talent in Show Business
The legacy of Black actresses, like Valarie Pettiford, is an incredible constellation of hard work, drive, determination, and sheer raw talent. From up-and-coming Black starlets to iconic legends, there’s no shortage of Black talent on stage and screen. Today, we’re going to talk about the incredible Ms. Pettiford, an actress who can do it all. Her decades-spanning career has seen…
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Spotlight on the Cast of ‘Scandal’: Where Are They Now?
With more than 120 episodes spread out over seven seasons, “Scandal” was a television sensation during its six-year run on ABC. Kerry Washington took center stage as the first Black actress to lead a network drama in almost 40 years. She and many other members of the cast have been recognized for their outstanding performances throughout the…
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Streaming Now: Free Black Movies on YouTube for Every Movie Buff
After Google, YouTube is the most popular website in the world. It’s a great platform for video media of all types, from short films to video essays to food videos and beyond. There are even full movies on YouTube, many of which you can watch for free (with ads). But YouTube can be a little…