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Hollywood Continues to Fail Its Black Final Girls
Black characters in horror continue to suffer.
GTA San Andreas and the Legacy of Playing as a Black Guy in Video Games
A look at the impact of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, 20 years after its release, from someone who was there.
The Case for a Content Warning for Bad Policing
We warn viewers about sex and violence, why not bad policing?
Catching a Blackfamous White Whale on Broadway: Purlie Victorious Comes Home
On the arc of the 1961 play by Ossie Davis, recently revived with Leslie Odom, Jr.
Robert Daniels & Odie Henderson Talk Wild Wild West at 25
With “Wild Wild West” turning 25-years-old, Odie Henderson and Robert Daniels discuss the film’s complicated legacy.
You Ready To Be the King?: Fresh Turns 30
On the 30th anniversary of Boaz Yakin’s brilliant drama.
Black Writers Week 2024: Table of Contents
A collection of our writing from June 17-23, 2024, all by Black critics and authors.
How Women of Color Are Shifting the Narrative
On the recent impact of Black women in pop culture.
Orphan Black: Echoes Stumbles Under the Weight of Its Predecessor
Orphan Black is back! Sorta.
The LightReel Film Festival Finishes Strong
A recap of the 5th LightReel Film Festival, recently concluded in D.C.
What My Mother Didn’t Tell Me About College
A personal reflection on the true value of college.
Film Festivals: A Place For Found Family & Cultivating Community
On the importance of film festivals (and the hurdles) for aspiring critics.
Co-Productions within Africa and its Diaspora Can Encourage Self-Reliant and Sustainable Film Economies
On investments in African cinema and how it can grow.
Understanding Grief in Rural Canada Through Hulu’s Under the Bridge
A look at the critically acclaimed Hulu mini-series about a murder in rural Canada from a writer who grew up there.
The 2024 American Black Film Festival Announces Retrospective: Celebrating The Legacy Of Denzel Washington: Moderated by Chaz Ebert
The 28th annual American Black Film Festival will feature a retrospective on Denzel Washington’s life and career, including a Q&A with him moderated by Chaz Ebert.
Tribeca Film Festival 2024: 8 Highlights from This Year’s Event
On the best films from Tribeca this year.
Jesse Plemons on Being Funny, Stepping Off the Ledge and Making ‘Kinds of Kindness’
The Oscar-nominated star explains how he got used to the director’s distinctive filmmaking approach.
It’s Physical Work: Barry Jenkins on The Underground Railroad
A conversation with Barry Jenkins, whose landmark limited series “The Underground Railroad” is entering the Criterion Collection.
It’s Too Bad That Audience Pictures Like Ultraman: Rising Will Barely Be Seen in Theaters
Once again, Netflix leaves money on the table by limiting theatrical screenings.
