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February 25, 2020Atlanta’s own Storm Reid hosted the Atlantas screening of “The Invisible Man” February 18 at AMC Phipps Plaza, along with Headrack. Additionally, Storm was the special guest at the Four Seasons Hotel on Wednesday, February 19, for a press round table. Check. out photos and video below. #TheInvisbleMan
Posted in Reboot, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentCelebrities catch the NBA All-Star Game in Chicago
February 18, 2020By Spencer Bergen Source – https://pagesix.com/2020/02/17/celebrities-catch-the-nba-all-star-game-in-chicago/?utm_source=url_sitebuttons&utm_medium=site%20buttons&utm_campaign=site%20buttons
Posted in Photos, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentThe Invisible Man in Theaters February 28
February 13, 2020What you can’t see can hurt you. Emmy winner Elisabeth Moss (Us, Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale) stars in a terrifying modern tale of obsession inspired by Universal’s classic monster character. Trapped in a violent, controlling relationship with a wealthy and brilliant scientist, Cecilia Kass (Moss) escapes in the dead of night and disappears into hiding, aided by her sister (Harriet Dyer, NBC’s The InBetween), their childhood friend (Aldis Hodge, Straight Outta Compton) and his teenage daughter (Storm Reid, HBO’s Euphoria). But when Cecilia’s abusive ex (Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Netflix’s The Haunting of Hill House) commits suicide and leaves her a generous portion of his vast fortune, Cecilia suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of eerie coincidences turns lethal, threatening the lives of those she loves, Cecilia’s sanity begins to unravel as she desperately tries to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see. Jason Blum, our current-day master of the horror genre, produces The Invisible Man for his Blumhouse Productions. The Invisible Man is written, directed and executive produced by Leigh Whannell, one of the original conceivers of the Saw franchise who most recently directed Upgrade and Insidious: Chapter 3. The film is also produced by Kylie du Fresne (Upgrade, The Sapphires) for Goalpost Pictures. The executive producers are Whannell, Beatriz Sequeira, Charles Layton, Rosemary Blight, Ben Grant, Couper Samuelson and Jeanette Volturno. The Invisible Man is a co-production of Goalpost Pictures Australia and Blumhouse Productions, in association with Nervous Tick, for Universal Pictures.
Posted in Movie News | Leave a comment28th Annual Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF) Soars in Los Angeles
February 13, 2020Sad news to report during PAFF. Ja’Net Dubois, Co-Founder of the Pan African Film Festival passed away. Below is a statement from Danny Glover: “We are shocked and stunned by the passing of one of the founders of the Pan African Film and Arts Festival, and one of the most important shining and guiding lights. Our sister, Ja’Net DuBois, epitomized a true, conscious Pan African artist who mastered the ability to be idealistic and practical at the same time. It’s rare to find a person — let alone an artist — who strikes a wonderful balance. If Madame DuBois had lived during the times of the great Pharaohs; or the great kingdoms of Timbuktu; or the great kingdoms in southern Africa, such as the Zimbabwe and Zulu kingdoms, she would have been known as a Jali or a Sangoma. In our contemporary times, she was able to use modern technology to spread her voice, her image, her spirit, her songs and our stories around the globe and touch us with humor, dignity and her ancient wisdom. A mighty giant tree has fallen in the forest today! With her death occurring in the midst of the Pan African Film and Arts Festival, she left us an important message — support cultural institutions like her beloved Pan African Film and Arts Festival, and it will point you toward liberation and freedom. If not — like the bluesman, Taj Maahal sings — you’ll stumble and fall. ” — co-founders Danny Glover and Ayuko Babu, on behalf of the staff of the Pan African Film and Arts Festival and the many thousands of people who attend it. On a brighter note, NBA legend Shaquille “Shaq” O’Neal was on the red carpet Monday for the screening of FOSTER BOY, written by Jay Paul Deratany and …
Posted in Spotlight, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentUNCF 36TH ANNUAL MAYOR’S MASKED BALL – ATLANTA
January 16, 2020UNCF Atlanta’s Mayor’s Masked Ball Breaks 2018 Record, Raising Over $1.4 Million for HBCUs and Deserving Area Students Sold-out affair brought the Who’s Who of Atlanta, raising more than $190,000 alone during the Fund the Mission Appeal The 36th Annual UNCF Atlanta Mayor’s Masked Ball exceeded its own record-breaking fundraising of 2018 by bringing in more than $1.4 million during the 2019 event. Florida A&M University alumnae Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms hosted her second Ball for UNCF-member institutions. The sold-out signature fundraising event had more than 1,300 attendees, including UNCF president Dr, Michael L. Lomax, co-chairs Helen Smith Price, Coca-Cola Vice President of Global Community Affairs and President of the Coca-Cola Foundation and Eduardo Martinez, President, The UPS Foundation and UPS Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer and Ball co-founders Mrs. Billye Suber Aaron and Ambassador Andrew Young; and UNCF-member institution presidents Dr. David A. Thomas (Morehouse College), Dr. George T. French, (Clark Atlanta University) and Rev. Matthew Wesley Williams, (Interdenominational Theological Center). The Ball culminates the activities for UNCF’s 75th anniversary. “The Atlanta Masked Ball is UNCF’s signature event and a significant opportunity to keep students in school and help them graduate and go on to secure successful careers. It is always a spectacular evening, and we are grateful to the Mayor, other notables and leaders of Atlanta, who shared in our efforts to raise vital funds for HBCU students attending UNCF member schools in Atlanta,” said Dr. Lomax. Ball highlights included the presentation of the MASKED award to rapper, songwriter, record producer and record executive Jermaine Dupri for his contributions to UNCF, a spectacular main performance by Charlie Wilson, a VIP Masked Award reception, silent and live auctions, elegant dining and dancing and entertainment by Clark Atlanta University Jazz Band. A host of celebrities, dignitaries and influencers attended, including …
Posted in 98TH ACADEMY AWARDS, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentGolden Globes: The Red Carpet Arrivals
January 7, 2020by THR Staff 1/5/2020 2:51pm PST https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/gallery/2020-golden-globes-red-carpet-gallery-photos-1266535/8-brad-pitt Red Carpet at the Golden Globes, captured by The Hollywood Reporter. See more here: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/gallery/2020-golden-globes-red-carpet-gallery-photos-1266535/8-brad-pitt
Posted in 57th NAACP Image Awards, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentA Fall From Grace – Photos & Trailer
January 7, 2020A Fall From Grace Netflix January 17 Synopsis: Disheartened since her ex-husband’s affair, Grace Waters (Crystal Fox) feels restored by a new romance. But when secrets erode her short-lived joy, Grace’s vulnerable side turns violent. An electrifying thriller co-starring Phylicia Rashad, Bresha Webb, Cicely Tyson and writer/director Tyler Perry.
Posted in Sports & Inspiration, In The Spotlight | Leave a commentThe Photograph in theaters February 14
December 15, 2019From Will Packer, blockbuster producer of Girls Trip, the Ride Along franchise, and ten movies that have opened No. 1 at the U.S. box office, including Night School, No Good Deed and Think Like a Man, comes a sweeping love story about forgiveness, and about finding the courage to seek the truth, no matter where it may lead you. Starring Issa Rae, Lakeith Stanfield, Chanté Adams and Y’lan Noel, The Photograph is directed by Stella Meghie (Everything, Everything, Jean of the Joneses), from her original screenplay. The film is produced by Packer and his producing partner James Lopez, and is executive produced by Meghie and Rae. Genres Romantic Drama Starring Issa Rae, Lakeith Stanfield, Chanté Adams, Y’lan Noel Directed By Stella Meghie Produced By Will Packer, James Lopez Executive Produced By Stella Meghie, Issa Rae https://youtu.be/kmicB3J1emw #ThePhotograph
Posted in Cinema, Reboot | Leave a commentJust Mercy in theaters, December 25th (Limited), Worldwide, January 10
December 4, 2019Drama. A powerful and thought-provoking true story, “Just Mercy” follows young lawyer Bryan Stevenson (Jordan) and his history-making battle for justice. After graduating from Harvard, Bryan had his pick of lucrative jobs. Instead, he heads to Alabama to defend those wrongly condemned or who were not afforded proper representation, with the support of local advocate Eva Ansley (Larson). One of his first, and most incendiary, cases is that of Walter McMillian (Foxx), who, in 1987, was sentenced to die for the notorious murder of an 18-year-old girl, despite a preponderance of evidence proving his innocence and the fact that the only testimony against him came from a criminal with a motive to lie. In the years that follow, Bryan becomes embroiled in a labyrinth of legal and political maneuverings and overt and unabashed racism as he fights for Walter, and others like him, with the odds—and the system—stacked against them. #JustMercy Facebook (@JustMercyFilm) | facebook.com/JustMercyFilm Twitter (@JustMercyFilm) | twitter.com/JustMercyFilm Instagram (@JustMercyFilm) instagram.com/justmercyfilm
Posted in Movie News | Leave a commentBad Boys For Life in theaters January 20th
November 5, 2019The Bad Boys Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence) are back together for one last ride in the highly anticipated Bad Boys for Life. Genres Action/Comedy Starring Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, Vanessa Hudgens, Alexander Ludwig, Charles Melton, Paola Nunez, Kate Del Castillo, Nicky Jam, and Joe Pantoliano Directed By Adil El Arbi & Bilall Fallah Produced By Jerry Bruckheimer, Will Smith, Doug Belgrad Executive Produced By Barry Waldman, Chad Oman, Doug Stenson #BadBoysForLife
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