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Barry Jenkins' feature film adaptation of James Baldwin's 1974 novel 'If Beale Street Could Talk' will have its US premiere at Harlem's Apollo Theater as part of the 56th New York Film Festival, presented by the Film Society of Lincoln Center. This marks the first time that the festival will present a screening at the historic theater.

Acclaimed director Ava DuVernay's short-form film entitled “August 28: A Day in the Life of a People” will make its national television debut on Tuesday, August 28 at 7 p.m. ET/PT on OWN. Starring Lupita Nyong'o, Angela Bassett, Don Cheadle, Regina King, David Oyelowo, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, André Holland, Michael Ealy and Glynn Turman, DuVernay's 22-minute scripted film uses a robust combination of both documentary and narrative techniques to transport viewers through six stunning historical moments that all actually occurred on the same day in various years.

HBO orders Damon Lindelof's  WATCHMEN to series, according to Variety.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) presented $3.25 million at their annual Grants Banquet held at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif. The evening was hosted by William H. Macy. Talent who accepted grants on behalf of nonprofit organizations included Alfonso Cuaron, Alfre Woodard, Amber Heard, Ben Hardy, Billy Porter, Charlize Theron, Chris Messina, Christian Slater, Cody Fern, Connie Britton, Cynthia Erivo, Dakota Fanning, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Jason Bateman, Jason Reitman, Jennifer Garner, Joey King, John Cho, John David Washington, Lena Waithe, MJ Rodriguez, Nia Long, Rami Malek, Regina King, and Steve Carell.

Moonlight director Barry Jenkins has adapted that's adapted If Beale Street Could Talk from James Baldwin's 1974 novel, according to Entertainment Weekly. It's the story of Tish, a Harlem-born woman who's newly engaged, newly pregnant, and trying to prove the innocence of her imprisoned lover, Fonny.

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) announced today the presenters for the HFPA's Annual Grants Banquet, taking place at The Beverly Hilton on Aug. 9. Presenters will include Alfonso Cuaron, Alfre Woodard, Amber Heard, Charlize Theron, Chris Messina, Christian Slater, Cody Fern, Connie Britton, Cynthia Erivo, Jason Reitman, Jennifer Garner, Joey King, John Cho, John David Washington, Lena Waithe, Nia Long, Rami Malek, Regina King, and Steve Carell. The event marks the biggest charitable evening of the year for the HFPA as the organization makes donations and awards grants, amounting to more than $30 million over the past 25 years.

This morning, Samira Wiley (“The Handmaid's Tale,” “Orange Is the New Black”) and Ryan Eggold (“New Amsterdam,” “BlackKklansman”) announced the nominations for the 70TH PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS from the WOLFTheatre at the Television Academy's Saban Media Center. 

Brand Maverick Entertainment (BME) president and event series creator, Steve Jones(Producer of OWN's “Black Love,” “Motherly Love”) moderated a conversation with actress and comedianTiffany Haddish (“Night School,” “Girls Trip”) who received the “Trailblazer Award” at the ninth installment of Hollywood Confidential on Friday, July 6, 2018 at the The Saban Theater in Beverly Hills, CA in partnership with Essence Magazine.

According to Variety, Jeremy Irons has been cast in a lead role in Damon Lindelof's “Watchmen” pilot at HBO.

Long Wharf Theatre, in association with the McCarter Theater Center, presents the 15TH anniversary production of Crowns, written and directed by Regina Taylor.

The Minnie's Food Pantry Feed Just One Gala 10th Annivesary celebration was nothing short of magical as global media leader and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey took the stage and inspired a sold-out room of 760 people to pledge a total of $1.3 million to support the organization in their mission to reduce hunger.

The 'I Have A Dream' Foundation Los Angeles (IHADLA) held their 5th Annual Dreamer Dinner on Sunday, March 18, 2018 in the Ahmanson Ballroom of The Skirball Cultural Center.

The “I Have A Dream” Foundation Los Angeles (IHADLA) is holding their 5th Annual Dreamer Dinner on Sunday, March 18, 2018 at The Skirball Cultural Center. This event honors those who inspire hopes and dreams for Los Angeles at-risk youth and their families, showcasing the work being done by IHADLA to break the cycle of poverty through education, empowerment and opportunity.  The host for the evening will be actress & comedian Melissa Peterman (“Baby Daddy,” “Reba”) in her fifth turn as emcee for the event.  Pamela Miller, CEO and Executive Director of IHADLA, who joined the organization this past January had this to say about the upcoming event, “I am excited about the Dreamer Dinner and am proud to share our meaningful work with the evening's guests. Our board members, volunteers and professional staff are extraordinary - and we look forward to celebrating our amazing students, in what is always a heart-warming and fun evening.”

The "I Have A Dream" Foundation Los Angeles (IHADLA) is holding their 5th Annual Dreamer Dinner on Sunday, March 18, 2018 at The Skirball Cultural Center. This event honors those who inspire hopes and dreams for Los Angeles at-risk youth and their families, showcasing the work being done by IHADLA to break the cycle of poverty through education, empowerment and opportunity. The host for the evening will be actress & comedian Melissa Peterman ("Baby Daddy," "Reba") in her fifth turn as emcee for the event. Pamela Miller, CEO and Executive Director of IHADLA, who joined the organization this past January had this to say about the upcoming event, "I am excited about the Dreamer Dinner and am proud to share our meaningful work with the evening's guests. Our board members, volunteers and professional staff are extraordinary - and we look forward to celebrating our amazing students, in what is always a heart-warming and fun evening."

Bobby Krlic, who records under the name The Haxan Cloak, has composed the full score for the new Netflix show Seven Seconds. Seven Seconds is a crime drama series from the creator of The Killing and features Emmy award winning actress Regina King. 'It was a humbling experience to be able to help articulate the poignant and necessary story of Seven Seconds through music,' says Krlic.

The new Netflix original series SEVEN SECONDS gives viewers a glimpse into the human stories behind the headlines.

Watch the latest clip from Netflix's upcoming crime anthology, Seven Seconds, as Latrice Butler (Regina King) seeks answers in the wake of a tragic accident involving her son, Brenton.