The issue of Hollywood so White has been a constant issue across decades. Now and again there are these moments when Black films and actors rise to the surface and shine but these moments are not long-lasting. I got a chance to discuss the latest crop of Black movies and their recent success at the SAG Awards on The Maggie Linton Show on SiriusXM Urban View.
La La Land is the darling of Hollywood with 14 Oscar nominations. Will La La Land walk away a big winner? I discuss the potential winners and losers and well as the new release Get Out with Matt Fagerholm (@IndieOutlook), Jean de St. Aubin (Executive Director of the Gene Siskel Film Center) and hosts Jesse Menendez and Jill Hopkins on The Morning AMp on 91.1 FM Chicago/Vocalo.org
Reggie Ponder, The Reel Critic, makes his year-end appearance on “Central Time” to discuss the films nominated for the Golden Globes as well as holiday releases we have all been waiting for. From award nominated films like Moonlight, Manchester at Sea, and Hell or High Water to new releases like Fences Rogue One and Assassin’s Creed, Reggie, Veronica and Rob talk movies and take a few calls.
Reggie Ponder, The Reel Critic, take with Richard Tanne, Driter/Director of the new film Southside With You – Michelle Robinson’s and Barack Obama’s first date. “Tika made me aware that we are going to show people who look like her falling in love on screen which became a significant reason to make this movie” – Tanne
Got a chance to catch up with John Legend at Chicago Red Carpet event for SouthSide With You, the movie about Michelle Robinson’s and Barack Obama’s first date. Mr. Legend is an executive producer of the film. He also wrote some of the music.
Sanna Lathan talks to Reggie Ponder, The Reel Critic, about her film The Perfect Guy. Does she find him? Can she handle him? Did she want him in the first place? You might have to watch the film to get all the answers but Sanaa was willing to give us a peek behind the screen.