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Nelson Mandela is NOT Dead!

You probably know by now that Nelson Mandela has died but he is not Dead.  He lives in the example he set and left for us to follow. He lives in the spirit he lived life by and has spread to thousands. He lives in the fight he exhibited and the work he has left for us to finish.  And Although I never met him, I feel a kingship, a bond, a love and a gratitude that is difficult to put in words.  I just LOVED this man who help the world see Love, determination and forgiveness in a way that just can’t be forgotten.  Nelson Mandela LIVES! It is fitting that I’m hosting a panel tonight after the screening of his film, Mandela Long Walk To Freedom.  I needed

Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom

Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom

to do something that pays tribute to his contributions to my life and to mankind.  I think the film and the discussion will be inspirational and Inspiring.

#LongLiveNelsonMandela

Hollywood and the Military – Today we celebrate veterans. No matter what role they play, combat or support, they are all important. Here are some actors who served in the Military. this is just a partial list as there are many many more and we salute you all!

James Avery Morgan Freeman John Amos Bill-Cosby James Earl Jones Moses Gunn Ice T Sinbad Richard Pryor Sydney Poitier

The Best Man Holiday Photo Shoot

Morris Chestnut Telling us all about his co-stars

Morris Chestnut Telling us all about his co-starsThe Best Man Holiday IMG_2003 IMG_2005 IMG_2007 IMG_2014 IMG_2016 IMG_4173 IMG_4174

 

Appellate Justice Eileen Moore on her new book Race Results: Hollywood vs. the Supreme Court, Ten Decades of Racial Decisions and Film.

Very interesting interview with Black Hollywood Live host Mari Fagel and special guest Appellate Justice Eileen Moore on her new book Race Results: Hollywood vs. the Supreme Court, Ten Decades of Racial Decisions and Film.

 

 

Black actors like David Harewood are leaving Britain’s ‘lazy stereotypes’ for Hollywood

Black actors like David Harewood are leaving Britain’s ‘lazy stereotypes’ for Hollywood, says Chuka Umunna.

USC study: Minorities still under-represented in popular films

Source:  LA Times

With this year’s high-profile movies “The Butler,” “42” and “12 Years a Slave” prominently featuring black actors, it may seem as though the multiplex is enjoying new levels of diversity. But popular films still under-represent minority characters and directors, and reflect certain biases in their portrayals, according to a study being released Wednesday by USC’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism.  READ MORE HERE.

 

Snapshots from The American Black Film Festival

I’ve got the best job in the world and I love the American Black Film Festival.

Winter’s coming… let’s take a look back at summertime in Miami with Black Film.

Interview: Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan for Fruitvale Station

Oscar alert… Fruitvale Station was one of the most important films of the year.

Check out my interview with the truly smart brothas behind the captivating story of Oscar Grant’s life and tragic death.

 

And here’s my official take on Fruitvale Station, if you haven’t seen this film, hit the Red Box or find it in your area.

 

Interview: Lee Daniels for The Butler

Enjoy this… great film, great interview.

 

And if you missed it – here’s my review of The Butler – see this one at Oscar season for sure!

Movie Review – The Inevitable Defeat of Mister and Pete

Check out my latest review of The Inevitable Defeat of Mister and Pete.

Did you see it?  What’s your take?