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Post-Event Editorial by Black Film Wire From May 6 to 8, 2025, Los Angeles became a meeting point for visionary creatives, cultural diplomats, and media leaders as it hosted Catalyzing Global Change: The Role of Africa in Shaping the Creative Economy. Convened by communications strategist and USC Master of Public Diplomacy graduate Maliz Mahop, the three-day initiative brought a bold mission into focus: to connect Africa’s thriving creative industries with Hollywood’s global

IMAGE: FILM DIRECTOR KAYODE KASUM After more than three decades, Sister Act is making a glorious comeback and the choir is (almost) back...

As April 2025 unfolds, there’s a wealth of exciting films and series highlighting the undeniable talent of Black actors, directors, and...

March 2025 is bringing a lineup of films that showcase the depth and brilliance of Black talent in Hollywood. From psychological...

Adichie’s Dream Count trains its eye on four women in a sparkling, transcendent story that takes up the very nature of love itself. On the evening of March 8, 2025, literature enthusiasts and cultural thought leaders gathered at the Hammer Theatre in San Jose for an unforgettable conversation with acclaimed writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Hosted by the Kepler Literary Foundation, and promoted by the Silicon Valley Film Festival (SVAFF) with representatives including founder

Michelle Yeoh and Omari Hardwick on StarTrek The wait is over! Star Trek’s highly anticipated spin-off, Section 31 , has officially...

From left: Emma Stone, Cillian Murphy, Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Robert Downey Jr. presenting at 2025 Oscars The Academy of Motion Picture...

Credit: Eddie Murphy for Netflix Netflix US has announced EDDIE , a new documentary that tells Eddie Murphy’s story in his own words. Set to premiere in 2025, the film will explore Murphy’s rise from stand-up sensation to one of the most influential comedians and actors of all time. Directed by Allen Hughes ( The Defiant Ones ), EDDIE will feature never-before-seen footage, personal insights, and exclusive interviews. Eddie Murphy’s Life, In His Own Words: EDDIE Documentary

Emmy-nominated producer, host, and historian Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr . is set to debut his latest docuseries, Great Migrations: A People On The Move , on PBS. Premiering Today, January 28 at 8:00 p.m. on PBS, the four-part series delves into the history of African American migrations throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. It explores the profound cultural, societal and political impacts of these migrations and the enduring "migratory spirit" that has shaped Black America po

Jamie Foxx stars in Back in Action , the new Netflix action-comedy streaming January 17. Jamie Foxx fans, get ready—Netflix’s highly anticipated action-comedy Back in Action is streaming today, January 17! The movie marks the return of the Oscar-winning actor, who teams up with a stellar cast for a thrilling ride full of laughs, heart, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. What’s the Story? Back in Action promises a mix of high-energy action and comedy, with Jamie Foxx taking c

As a storyteller dedicated to amplifying Black voices, the news of Denzel Washington joining Black Panther 3 feels like a sweet historic moment to enjoy with soaking water and garri. Washington’s addition to this iconic franchise is monumental not only for Hollywood but for the culture. Known for his defining roles in Training Day , Malcolm X , and recently Gladiator 2 , Denzel has just confirmed he will be part of the Black Panther universe, and I couldn’t be more thrilled

Two weeks ago, upon arriving in Los Angeles, I sensed a shift in the air. While the usual traffic on the 101 and 405 freeways remained, I observed unexpected congestion on other major streets. Having come from Lagos, where traffic woes are commonplace, I couldn’t help but wonder about the cause of this sudden bottleneck in LA. Little did I know that my arrival coincided with an impending strike between the Writers’ Guild of America (WGA) / Screen Actors Guild — American Feder