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Black Film Festivals to Attend in 2025
As the global film industry continues to embrace diverse voices and stories, Black film festivals remain crucial platforms for...

BFW Staff
Jan 21, 20254 min read


With Love, Meghan” Will Now Premiere This March! Here’s What You Need to Know
Meghan Markle’s Show moved to March because of California Wildfires | 2025 Netflix’s highly anticipated With Love, Meghan , originally...

BFW Staff
Jan 20, 20251 min read


Visa on Arrival Season 6, Episode 3: Bisola vs. Dat Warri Girl - Watch Now!
Charity Offor (Dat Warri Girl) and Bisola, Visa on Arrival Season 6, Episode 3 | 2025 Our Favorite Duo is Back: Bisola vs. Dat Warri Girl on Accelerate TV’s Visa on Arrival Season 6, Episode 3! Accelerate TV’s Visa on Arrival is back, and this season, fans are loving the hilarious face-offs between Bisola Aiyeola and Oluwatoyin Albert ( Dat Warri Girl ) ! The show, now in its sixth season, continues to deliver laugh-out-loud moments, and our favorite duo is turning up the

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Jan 20, 20252 min read


Then and Now: How the Kids of Tia Mowry's "Family Reunion" Have Grown from Season 1 to Season 5
What’s your family watching this Sunday after church? For us, it’s all about "Family Reunion" Season 5 on Netflix! This hilarious sitcom follows the McKellan family, led by the funniest grandma ever, M'Dear (played by Loretta Devine ). With her son Moz ( Anthony Alabi ), his wife Cocoa ( Tia Mowry ), and their kids, the show mixes comedy, life lessons, and a whole lot of love. How the Kids of Tia Mowry's "Family Reunion" Have Grown from Season 1 to Season 5 When " Family Reu

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Jan 19, 20254 min read


Five Movies on YouTube That Made My Holiday
Movies that I found to be interesting, intriguing, entertaining, educating and christmassy on YouTube. Happy New Year!!! Before the new year there was definitely Christmas, so I will highlight the movies that I found to be interesting, intriguing, entertaining, educating and christmassy on YouTube. YouTube has been around for a while but the majority of Nigerian filmmakers' attention were not focused on releasing their movies on YouTube or even the majority of smartphone user
ADESEWA BOLU
Jan 18, 20255 min read


Oscar Nominee, Undervalued Star: Djimon Hounsou on Hollywood’s Pay Disparities
Djimon Hounsou with other industry counterparts Di Caprio and Joaquin. Djimon Hounsou—A Legacy of Excellence Amid Industry Disparities Djimon Hounsou—a name synonymous with intensity, grace, and unmatched talent. Yet, the Beninese-born American actor, who has delivered countless unforgettable performances, recently spoke out about systemic inequities in Hollywood that have hindered his ability to reach the upper echelons of stardom. His revelations beg a closer examination of

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Jan 18, 20255 min read


Young, Famous, and African: Ini Edo Joins the Drama for Season 3!
Ini Edo joins the cast of Young, Famous & African Season 3 on Netflix. Get ready, because the Young, Famous & African squad just leveled up! Nigerian superstar Ini Edo is officially joining the cast for Season 3, and we are here for it! Known for her stunning performances in Nollywood blockbusters, Ini is bringing her star power, style, and charisma to Netflix’s hit reality series, and fans can’t wait to see her shake things up. If you’ve followed Ini’s journey, you already

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Jan 17, 20252 min read


Keke Palmer and SZA Bring the Laughs in One of Them Days!
Keke Palmer and SZA in One of Them Days , a new buddy comedy produced by Issa Rae. The buzz is real, y’all! Keke Palmer and SZA did team up for Issa Rae’s newest film, One of Them Days , and the internet is already losing it. Early reviews from sites like The Shade Room (shoutout to the Roommates!) are calling it a hilarious, feel-good buddy comedy filled with girl-power vibes. If the chatter is anything to go by, we’re in for a non-stop laugh fest, and honestly, we’re ready

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Jan 17, 20253 min read


Jamie Foxx is Back in Action with Netflix’s New Must-Watch Film
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

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Jan 17, 20252 min read


FilmOne Releases Trailer for New Timini Egbuson and Kayode Kasum Film, “Reel Love”
FilmOne Releases Trailer for New Timini Egbuson and Kayode Kasum Film, Reel Love This Valentine’s Day, FilmOne Studios , in collaboration...

BFW Staff
Jan 16, 20252 min read


Bragi Film Festival Welcomes Young Filmmakers
The Bragi Film Festival returns for its third edition , continuing its mission to celebrate and empower young filmmakers. This vibrant...

BFW Staff
Jan 15, 20253 min read


Highlights from the Palm Springs International Film Festival 2025: A Celebration of Black Filmmakers
The 36th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) kicked off with its signature blend of glamour and artistry,...

BFW Staff
Jan 14, 20252 min read


Taraji P. Henson: Breaking Barriers as a Black Woman in Hollywood and Beyond
Actress | Entrepreneur | Author | Mental Health Advocate Taraji Penda Henson ’s journey from aspiring actress to one of the most celebrated figures in Hollywood is a story of resilience, talent, and purpose. As a trailblazing Black woman in Hollywood, Henson has used her platform to break down barriers, and amplify marginalised voices as an actress, entrepreneur, author, and mental health advocate. she is a force both on-screen and off, proving that she’s much more than an ac

Oluwaseun Mary Temitope
Jan 13, 20253 min read


Highlights from the 56th NAACP Image Awards Nominations Special
This year, the 56th NAACP Image Awards Nominations Special set the stage for yet another season of celebrating Black excellence. Hosted...

BFW Staff
Jan 8, 20252 min read


Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist Breaks Records with Nine NAACP Nominations
Peacock’s blockbuster thriller Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist has made history by securing an impressive NINE nominations at...

BFW Staff
Jan 8, 20252 min read


WATCH HOMESTEAD FOR FREE WITH THE PAY-IT-FORWARD INITIATIVE BY ANGEL STUDIOS
As Homestead gears up for its highly anticipated release, audiences are abuzz about its compelling cast and riveting storyline. Among...

BFW Staff
Jan 8, 20253 min read


Ngoungoure: A Powerfully Crafted Vision of Feminine Strength and Resistance
Film Review | By Sahndra Fon Dufe, Author of the Yefon Series, and Rejoice Abutsa, Film and Media Scholar, Cornell University Still footage from “Ngoungoure: Queen for 30 Minutes” by Aissatou Njayou shown at SVAFF 2024 Women have shaped the cultural, intellectual, social, and political histories of African Cinema. From the decolonial consciousness embedded within Sarah Maldoror 's films to Diouna's subtle but historical refusal to perform racial labor in Ousmane Sembene ’s

Sahndra Fon Dufe & Rejoice Abutsa
Jan 7, 20255 min read


Black Shines at the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards
The 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards, held on January 5, 2025, celebrated the best in film and television, with Black artists making...

BFW Staff
Jan 6, 20253 min read


Triggerfish and UNESCO Are Amplifying African Women’s Voices in Animation
Triggerfish, Africa’s trailblazing animation studio, has joined forces with UNESCO to launch an empowering initiative that’s set to...

BFW Staff
Jan 1, 20253 min read


The Best Black TV Shows of 2024: Hollywood and Nollywood Highlights
The Best Black TV Shows of 2024: Hollywood and Nollywood Highlights 2024 has been a remarkable year for Black television, with both...

BFW Staff
Dec 31, 20242 min read
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