Aunjanue Ellis News

Terrence J. Smith, Tiffany Elle Burgess, and Aba Arthur Join THE COLOR PURPLE Film

by Stephi Wild — April 27, 2022

Three new faces have been added to the cast of the upcoming film adaptation of The Color Purple.

Everything You Need to Know About THE COLOR PURPLE Movie

by Michael Major — May 7, 2022

The musical, featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, blues and African rhythms, has a book by Marsha Norman with music by Brenda Russell, Allee Willis and Stephen Bray.

Jon Batiste Joins THE COLOR PURPLE Film

by Michael Major — April 15, 2022

Jon Batiste has joined the cast of the upcoming musical film adaption of The Color Purple.

Elizabeth Marvel Joins THE COLOR PURPLE Film Adaption

by Michael Major — April 8, 2022

Elizabeth Marvel will play the role of Miss Millie, the unpleasant wife of the mayor, who hires Sofia to be her maid.

AMC to Debut Original Drama Series, 61ST STREET

by Marissa Tomeo — April 5, 2022

AMC's upcoming original drama series 61st Street is set for an April 10th premiere.

Find Out Who Won at the 94th Academy Awards - All the Winners!

by Michael Major — March 27, 2022

Hosted by Wanda Sykes, Regina Hall, and Amy Schumer, the 94th Oscars featured appearances by Liza Minnelli, Halle Bailey, Stephanie Beatriz, H.

ENCANTO, SUCCESSION, and More Win at 33rd Annual Producers Guild of America Awards

by Marissa Tomeo — March 20, 2022

The Producers Guild of America (PGA) hosted the 33rd Annual Producers Guild Awards on the evening of Saturday, March 19, 2022 at the Fairmont Century Plaza.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Andrew Garfield & More to Present at 33rd PGA Awards

by Michael Major — March 17, 2022

Notable Hollywood leaders who will take the stage to present throughout the evening include: Steven Spielberg, Meryl Streep, Denis Villeneuve, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Casey Bloys, Jessica Chastain, Andrew Garfield, Jamie Dornan, Michelle Yeoh, Aunjanue Ellis, Jung Ho-yeon, Troy Kotsur, Linda Lavin, and

Ariana DeBose, WEST SIDE STORY, and More Take Home Critics Choice Awards; Full List of Winners!

by Stephi Wild — March 14, 2022

Ariana DeBose took home the award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the recent film adaptation of West Side Story.

American Film Institute Awards Honors WEST SIDE STORY, tick, tick...BOOM!, and More

by Marissa Tomeo — March 12, 2022

Yesterday, March 11th, the American Film Institute (AFI) celebrated the 2021 AFI AWARDS honorees with a star-studded invite-only luncheon in Beverly Hills.

Santa Barbara Film Festival Announces Award Winners

by Marissa Tomeo — March 6, 2022

Day 4 of the 37th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival presented by UGG began with the Writers panel conversation on Saturday morning.

72nd Annual ACE Eddie Awards Announces Winners

by Marissa Tomeo — March 6, 2022

The 72nd Annual ACE Eddie Awards presented by American Cinema Editors (ACE) today announced winners LIVE at the Theater at the ACE Hotel recognizing outstanding editing in 14 categories of film, television, and documentaries.

Kristen Stewart Wins The American Riviera Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival

by Marissa Tomeo — March 5, 2022

Day 3 of the 37th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival presented by UGG concluded with a live tribute to Kristen Stewart, who received the American Riviera Award.

DJ Lance Rock to Host ACE Eddie Awards

by Michael Major — March 1, 2022

Presenters for the ACE Eddie Awards include Debbie Allen, Andy Garcia, Oscar® winning filmmaker Chloe Zhao, Oscar® nominee Aunjanue Ellis, King Richard director Reinaldo Marcus Green, Oscar® nominee for Summer of Soul Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson,” Danny Strong (Dopesick), Emilio Estevez, Pet

VIDEO: Courtney B. Vance Stars in AMC's 61ST STREET Trailer

by Michael Major — February 24, 2022

Vance (The People v.

Ariana DeBose, Andrew Garfield, & More Nominated for 2022 Oscars - See the Full List!

by Michael Major — February 8, 2022

This morning, Tracee Ellis Ross and Leslie Jordan announced the nominations for the 2022 Academy Awards, which will be held this year on March 27th! Nominees includes Andrew Garfield, Ariana DeBose, Jessie Buckley, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Judi Dench, Steven Spielberg, Nicole Kidman, Lin-Manuel Miranda