5 African American Movies You Need to Watch Before We Enter 2022
2021 is coming to an end, and before we embark on a new chapter in our lives, it’s time to reflect on and enjoy the African American films that dominated our screens of all sizes.
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5 Best African American Cinematographers
Despite the clear public attention to diversity, the majority of Hollywood films continue to be cast as predominantly White. But behind the camera, the hurdles for African Americans appear to be even higher, with the list of African American cinematographers being very limited.
Black TV Series to Watch This Fall
Here are some Black tv series to binge-watch while having a night at home this fall.
From Lost To Found: Removing The Stigma Of Mental Health Issues and Finding One’s Way Through The Film, Perdido
This new film is called Perdido and it translates from Spanish to English as “lost”.
A Gruesome Voyage into Gentrification, Hood Mythology, and Generational Trauma: The Rundown on Jordan Peele’s ‘Candyman’
The slasher film known as Candyman brings Black culture to the center of the horror genre. The 2021 Candyman film, written by Jordan Peele, Nia DaCosta, and Win Rosenfield, and directed by Nia DaCosta, continues the storyline from the 1992 original.
The Boom of the Nigerian Movie Industry
Nollywood, as Nigeria’s film industry is colloquially called, produces 1500 films each year on average. It is often regarded as the world’s second-largest filmmaker.
5 Animated African Shows We Need to Watch Right Now
For African American children, seeing cartoons with Black stories and personalities is a huge deal, and it doesn’t happen nearly enough. These 5 animated shows made a difference in the lives of many children, whether they were showcasing social and political awakening or saving the world.
Award-Winning Actress Angela Bassett Turns 63
For her role as Rosa Parks in 1992, Angela Bassett was nominated for her first Emmy, and for her role as Tina Turner in 1993, she received a Best Actress nomination at the Academy Awards.
Actress and Producer Viola Davis Celebrates Her 56th Birthday
One of her most notable works came in the form of a domestic worker, similar to the ones her mother worked, in ‘The Help’.
Jesse Williams, Actor & Activist Turns 40
In addition to his career as an entertainer, Jesse Williams is an activist.