Movies
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Here Are The Winners of 2024 African-American Film Critics Association Awards
From Ava DuVernay to 'American Fiction,' these artists and creative works are more than deserving of their shine.
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2024 BAFTA Awards Nominations: ‘American Fiction’ Snubbed; Da’Vine Joy Randolph Keeps Awards Run Rolling
Despite nominations for notable Black artists and projects, the absence of ‘American Fiction’ looms large.
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Black People Always Knew ‘Selma’ Was Significant, Why Did It Take Everyone Else 10 Years?
Actor David Oyelowo reveals which of the film’s famous producers helped him handle its controversial release.
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These are the Best and Worst Biblical Movies and TV Series
Ahead of the release of Jeymes Samuel's new film, 'The Book of Clarence,' we’re examining the best and worst biblical films and TV series.
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LaKeith Stanfield Talks Playing Jesus in The Book of Clarence”
The Oscar-nominated actor spoke exclusively to The Root about his new film in which he stars alongside RJ Cyler, Anna Diop, Omar Sy, Alfre Woodard and more.
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Ava DuVernay Reveals Heartbreaking, Personal Connection to Her New Film, ‘Origin’
The forthcoming film, starring Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, is based on Isabel Wilkerson's best-selling non-fiction book, 'Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents.'
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“Obey Your Crazy”: ‘The Book of Clarence’ Cast Shares Their 10 Commandments for Living
Stars Lakeith Stanfield, RJ Cyler, Anne Diop, and director Jeymes Samuel were asked to come up with their own rules to live by.
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Congrats! Will Regina Hall’s Major New Role Spark Change for How Black Actresses Are Paid?
‘The Best Man’ star’s casting in a new film opposite Leonardo DiCaprio has generated lots of buzz and more discussion about pay equity for Black actresses.
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Is the Behind-the-Scenes Drama Hurting ‘The Color Purple’ During Movie Award Season?
With all negative press about the film’s production making headlines, can the blockbuster still find award season success?
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‘Going to Mars’ Documentary Celebrates an Older, Wiser, But Still Defiant Nikki Giovanni
The award-winning HBO documentary on the life of the legendary poet/activist premieres on Monday.