Flying Lotus, XYZ Films & Logical Pictures Develops Slate of Genre Films
by Michael Major
- Mar 3, 2022
Logical Content Ventures, Logical Pictures’ co-production fund, will finance the development of the films, which will focus on genres in the horror, thriller and sci-fi universe. Logical also secured a first-look agreement to finance and produce. The slate will span multiple projects, with XYZ Films set to produce and handle sales.
Disney Releases ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY Expanded Soundtrack
by Michael Major
- Feb 11, 2022
In celebration of the 5th anniversary of the film, Walt Disney Records releases the digital expanded edition of Michael Giacchino’s score, which includes over one hour of previously unreleased music from the film and recording sessions. A special 4XLP vinyl collectors set will feature artwork by John Powell and new liner notes by Michael Giacchino.
Ariana DeBose, Cynthia Erivo, Lin-Manuel Miranda & More Nominated for 53rd NAACP Image Awards
by Michael Major
- Jan 18, 2022
Today, the full list of nominees for the “53rd NAACP Image Awards” were announced. Nominees included Ariana DeBose, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Encanto, Cynthia Erivo, Audra McDonald, Respect, Taraji P. Henson, Tituss Burgess, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, Denzel Washington, and more. Check out the full list of nominees now!
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Talks Playing Aretha Franklin on THE VIEW
by Michael Major
- Jan 17, 2022
Jennifer Hudson appeared on The View today to discuss her performance as Aretha Franklin in the recent Respect biopic. Watch Hudson discuss the singer's impact and Franklin's friendship with Martin Luther King, Jr. in the new interview now!
EPIX Renews GODFATHER OF HARLEM For Third Season
by Michael Major
- Jan 13, 2022
Premium cable network EPIX® announced today that Godfather of Harlem, from ABC Signature, which is a part of Disney Television Studios. The critically acclaimed drama starring Forest Whitaker was created by Chris Brancato and Paul Eckstein (Narcos). It is scheduled to begin production in New York this summer.
31st Annual Gotham Awards Nominations Announced
by Michael Major
- Oct 21, 2021
The Gotham Film & Media Institute announced today the nominations for the 31st Annual Gotham Awards, singling out 29 feature films, 16 series, and 32 performances for recognition in twelve award categories. 'Passing' and 'The Lost Daughter' led this year's nominations.
RESPECT Starring Jennifer Hudson to be Released on Blu-Ray & Digital
by Michael Major
- Oct 19, 2021
Respect, the Aretha Franklin movie starring Jennifer Hudson, will be available on DVD and Blu-Ray November 9. The release will include new never-before-seen features. The film also stars Audra MacDonald, Tituss Burgess, Mary J. Blige, and more.
VIDEO: Netflix Drops Trailer For New Film PASSING
by Michael Major
- Sep 21, 2021
Written and directed by Rebecca Hall, the film follows the story of two Black women, Irene Redfield (Tessa Thompson) and Clare Kendry (Academy Award nominee Ruth Negga), who can “pass” as white but choose to live on opposite sides of the color line during the height of the Harlem Renaissance in late 1920s New York.
Photos: Broadway Stars Attend Industry Screening of RESPECT
by Bruce Glikas
- Aug 13, 2021
Earlier this week, the New York Theatre community gathered for a private screening of the upcoming film RESPECT, which is out in theatres starting today, August 13. Star of the film, Jennifer Hudson, director Liesl Tommy and more were on hand for the big night.
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