In an innovative solution that speaks to the times, CBS’ drama series All Rise will virtually produce its next episode due to the coronavirus pandemic. This marks the first scripted series to develop an episode during this uncommon year. The episode’s storyline focuses on Judge Lola Carmichael (Simone Missick) running a bench trial virtually with […]
There are reports circulating that indicate how COVID-19 is specifically targeting African American communities, and there are many contributing factors for this. Of course, with any sort of illness or disease, minority and/or underprivileged populations are always more high-risk due to factors such as the inability to afford or receive adequate healthcare, consuming an unhealthy diet, […]
Ava DuVernay’s foundation ARRAY Alliance has launched a $250,000 fund, providing grants for organizations such as independent film festivals who have been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. “Establishing ARRAY Grants furthers ARRAY’s mission to support arts advocates around the country that are cultural necessities in their communities. With more content from creators of color and […]
“Mondays With Michelle Obama” is a new live-streaming series where the former First Lady will read a handful of her favorite children’s picture books for the kids at home. Beginning today at noon ET and ending on the Monday of May 11th, Obama’s readings will be live-streamed on multiple platforms: PBS Kids’ Facebook page, YouTube, […]
Two D.C. based women have just launched their virtual plant subscription service in correlation with Earth Day (April 22). Founded by Mignon Hemsley and Danuelle Doswell, Grounded will ship houseplants to plant lovers around the country. Plants are incredibly therapeutic, and a primary goal of the service is to cultivate wellness, especially within black communities. […]
Queen Sono, Netflix’s first African original series, has been renewed for a second season. Created and directed by Kagiso Lediga, the South African drama series follows a secret agent (Pearl Thusi) who fights crime while handling issues in her personal life. Pearl Thusi, Vuyo Dabula, Sechaba Morojele, Chi Mhende, Loyiso Madinga, Rob Van Vuuren, Kate […]
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the graduating class of 2020 must adapt to new ways of celebrating their achievements––but their hard work will certainly not be unrecognized. It appears that the graduation ceremonies will take a virtual route this May, which will surely make history books. While this pales in comparison to a physical celebration […]
In Sunday’s episode of Insecure, tensions between Issa and Molly escalate to new territory. An argument unfolds that is messy, fueled with personal attacks, and belittling. While we’ve seen a modest amount of Issa and Molly arguments throughout the seasons, this particular dispute holds a far more serious type of energy. Is there potential for […]
After much anticipation, the first full trailer for HBO/BBC One’s I May Destroy You has been released. Created by and starring Michaela Coel (Chewing Gum), the upcoming half-hour series explores the nature of sexual consent in the modern age of dating and relationships. The official synopsis reads: “Set in London, where gratification is only an […]
On May 25, 2020, while handcuffed and lying down with a knee to his neck by a white Minneapolis police officer, George Floyd whispered, “I Can’t Breathe.” Minutes later, he took his last breath. A seventeen-year-old bystander recorded the incident and released the video on social media. Within seconds, the world would see another Black […]