The Black Phone
Underpinned by emotional performances across the board and a commanding atmosphere, The Black Phone aces its foundational qualities and allows its nuances to take control.
Black Writers Week
Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe
If you’re arriving at Do the Universe with the basic need for entertainment and to spend 86-minutes worth of comfort viewing with these classic characters (including some Cornholio spice), then Judge’s film certainly scores.
Black Representation in Youth Dramas – Degrassi Case Study
A look at Black characters in youth drama, particularly Degrassi.
The Great Adventure of Raising a Family in Another Country
A writer details the joy of uprooting his family and experiencing other parts of the world.
I Think I Made a Bad Movie
A personal piece from a young filmmaker about a troubled production.
Film Festivals as High Impact Learning
On the importance of film festivals to the education of a young film lover.
How Microaggressions Toward Black Journalists Continue to Hold Everyone Back
A feature on the inequality in the world of freelance journalism and microaggressions against Black writers.
FX’s The Bear Feels Like a New Chicago Classic
A review of the new FX series The Bear.
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On
Marcel the Shell with Shoes On will make your spirit soar and remind you to enjoy those you love.
Jason Delane Lee and Yvonne Huff Lee on Race, Adoption and Identity
An article about filmmakers Jason Delane Lee and Yvonne Huff Lee, whose short film, “Lifeline,” screened at this year’s Ebertfest.
The Work of Joy: Chanté Adams and Will Graham on A League of Their Own
An interview with the star and co-creator of Prime Video’s new series based on A League of Their Own.
TV’s Rural Craze & The Civil Rights Movement
A feature on what people were watching as the Civil Rights Movement was growing across the country.
How to Get Your Independent Film to a Wider Audience
A feature offering advice to young filmmakers.
The Legacy of Gen-X Black Filmmakers
A feature on Black filmmakers of Generation X.
Meet the Writers of Black Writers Week 2022
The full list of writers who contributed to RogerEbert.com’s Black Writers Week 2022 (June 19-26, 2021).
Black Writers Week 2022: Table of Contents
The official table of contents for Black Writers Week 2022.
An Introduction to Black Writers Week 2022
Juneteenth marks seven days that celebrate Black writers, filmmakers, and creatives at RogerEbert.com.
