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April is blooming with rich storytelling, vibrant characters, and bold voices in Nollywood. From heart-tugging dramas to high-energy...

Simisola Gbadamosi: The Young Star Taking Animation by Storm Some stars are made, and some are simply born for it. Simisola Gbadamosi fits both descriptions—gracing the screen with talent beyond her years while staying refreshingly humble. At just 13 years old, Simi is making waves as one of Nigeria’s brightest young talents. She stars as the voice of Tola in Iwájú , Disney+’s groundbreaking animated series created by the pan-African British-based Kugali Media in collaboratio

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

From L to R | Event co-chair Briana Ovbud, Honoree iAsia Brown, Honoree Maliz Mahop, Honoree Jason King co-chair Apollo Emeka| Image-...

By Sahndra Fon Dufe  Mayor Andre’s Georgia Film Day 2025 Reveals How  Georgia’s Production Partnership Fuels USD $2B Local Boom.   Mayor Andre speaks at Georgia Film Day 2025, March 20, 2025 If you still think Hollywood is the heartbeat of film and television, you should update your script. Because let’s be real, Georgia is where steady magic is happening, and it’s not slowing down anytime soon. “In 2023, Georgia surpassed New York in square footage of film stage space and re

"Bozoma Saint John brings her signature charisma and wit to The Tonight Show, proving once again why she’s a true trailblazer in both...

Tyler Perry Launches Dream Collective to Empower Emerging Filmmakers Amid Industry DEI Cutbacks Tyler Perry Studios Inside the Tyler Perry Studios Dream Collective: A Life-Changing Opportunity for Filmmakers Renowned filmmaker and media mogul Tyler Perry is celebrated for his extensive contributions to Georgia's film industry, and he has unveiled the Tyler Perry Studios Dream Collective . This initiative aims to nurture and support emerging talent in the entertainment sector,

“Anne Collins Smith is an accomplished curator, art historian, and museum leader , and we are thrilled to welcome her to NOMA in this crucial position.”- NOMA, 2025. PHOTO CREDIT: TAYLOR HUNTER, COURTESY OF THE NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART. In a groundbreaking move for both the art world and New Orleans, Anne Collins Smith  was named the Chief Curator  of the New Orleans Museum of Art  (NOMA) , making history as the first Black individual to lead the museum's curatorial departme

Disney shareholders overwhelmingly rejected an anti-DEI proposal calling for the entertainment giant to drop participation in an inclusion survey . Getty Images In a move that could have wide-reaching consequences for diversity efforts in Hollywood, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), led by Chairman Brendan Carr, has launched an investigation into Disney’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. This is part of a broader crackdown on DEI initiatives, which

Denzel Washington. Jake Gyllenhaal. Othello on Broadway Credit | Othello Tickets The latest Broadway revival of Shakespeare's Othello , starring Denzel Washington as Othello and Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago, has taken the theater world by storm, achieving unprecedented financial success. The production grossed an impressive $2.8 million during its first week of previews at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, setting a new record for a non-musical play on Broadway. This groundbreaking pro

BY SAHNDRA FON DUFE Namibia becomes Africa’s first Nation with a She-President and a She-Vice Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Lucia Witbooi, Credit | Black Film Wire In a move that feels straight out of an Oscar-winning political drama starring Viola Davis and Phylicia Rashad, Namibia just pulled off a power shift that has the world talking. On March 21, 2025, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah  was sworn in as the country’s first female president , and she wasted no time making another histo

BY SAHNDRA FON DUFE H.E Eppsy Campbell, Former Vice President, Republic of Costa Rica, Honorable Abla Gomashie, (Deputy Minister Arts & Culture, Ghana), Kofi Okyere Darko, ( Director, Diaspora Affairs, Office of the President- Ghana), and more Credit | Black History Festivals College Park, GA – March 2025  – The 4th Edition of the Black History Festival (BHF) 2025  is set to be an impactful gathering of world-renowned leaders, policymakers, business innovators, and cultural i

AMVCA most nominated film 2025 | Image: Black Film Wire The   Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) 2025  nominees have been...

Nollywood’s Gangs of Lagos Loses Legal Battle Over Cultural Misrepresentation Credit: Black Film Wire What does Osiberu’s “Gangs of Lagos” have in common with Black Panther, Argo and ‘The gods must be crazy’? Like Black Panther, Argo, and The Gods Must Be Crazy, Nollywood’s Gangs of Lagos Sparks Backlash Over Cultural Inaccuracy. In a significant development for Nigeria's film industry, the producers of Gangs of Lagos  and Amazon Web Services Nigeria Limited have agreed to is

Aja Naomi King, Katori Hall & Angi Bones to Be Honored at 10th Annual Black Women Film Network Summit in Atlanta (Atlanta, GA – March 1,...

Credit: The Film’s cover image. In the world of cinema, some films transcend time, leaving a lasting impact on culture, identity and...

Credit: Jide Kene | Film producers The pulse-pounding world of crime, power, and vengeance takes center stage in Red Alert , a gripping...

Omoni Oboli  is a powerhouse in the Nigerian film industry, known for her incredible versatility as an actress, scriptwriter, director and producer. Over the years, she has continued to break boundaries in Nollywood, evolving with the industry while inspiring millions through her work. She has successfully ventured into entrepreneurship, running multiple businesses while balancing her career in entertainment. Her ability to juggle multiple roles as a filmmaker, actress, entre

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