I’ve noticed that a reality for Black American families, known as “The Talk,” reached a wider audience when several TV shows recently explored what it is and what it means. In case you don’t know, “The Talk,” typically focuses on the perceived threat that young Black boys and men pose …
Read More »Hustlers Movie Opening Weekend: Why Was It Bigger than Widows?
On its opening weekend, I saw the Hustlers movie. I was mesmerized by the real-life story that made it to the screen, by Jennifer Lopez’s 50-year-old body that puts every supermodel to shame and by the ways it explored the complexity of female friendships. For background, the Hustlers movie brought …
Read More »Will Smith as the Genie in the #Aladdin Movie Blew Me Away
When the live-action Aladdin Movie remake was announced, folks lost their minds about the idea of Will Smith as the famed genie, originally portrayed by Robin Williams in the Disney animated movie. I can see their point. The initial artwork and posters looked a little weird with the Will Smith …
Read More »Mother’s Day Movies: These Films Beautifully Capture Black Motherhood
A few years ago, I attended an Atlanta screening of the film, Mother’s Day. It starred a number of famous White actors and actresses including Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts, and Jason Sudeikis. There were no leading characters of color. In the storyline, Kate Hudson’s character married an Asian …
Read More »Free Download: #Smallfoot Movie Character Activity Book #SmallfootSaturday
Some of the biggest names in sports and music are featured in the upcoming animated movie with original music, “Smallfoot.” We’re talking LeBron James, Common, Zendaya and James Corden. Check out the “Smallfoot” movie character list, trailer, and a fun activity sheet to enjoy with your family. Channing Tatum is MIGO …
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