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Mary J. Blige Presents: Be Happy Makes Its Debut on Lifetime This Friday
A New Chapter in the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul's Cinematic Journey By Sahndra Fon Dufe , Atlanta, GA Source: Deadline Mary J. Blige continues her successful partnership with Lifetime as her latest film, Mary J. Blige Presents: Be Happy, premieres this Friday, February 7, at 8 p.m. ET as part of the network's "Love of a Lifetime" winter slate. This marks the first project in Blige's newly extended three-picture deal with Lifetime, following the success of her previous films Real

BFW Staff
Feb 42 min read


83rd Annual Golden Globes: Predictions for Black Nominees
2026 Golden Globes predictions for Black talent: Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler, Tramell Tillman, Ayo Edebiri, and more compete. Who will win on January 11? Golden Globes. Source: Golden Globes The 83rd Annual Golden Globes will be held on Sunday, January 11. Put that way, it might look like just another film and TV award ceremony. Except, of course, it isn’t. We’re talking about one of the most prestigious trophies in cinema. And in an award season as competitive as this ha

John Eriomala
Jan 94 min read


2026 Critics’ Choice Awards Winners: Sinners Leads With 4 Wins
# 2026 Critics' Choice Awards: Black Talent Shines as Sinners Wins 4 Awards, Tramell Tillman and Janelle James Take Home Trophies. Full Results Inside! From L-R: Delroy Lindo, Michael B Jordan, Fraincine Maisler, Wumi Mosaku, Miles Caton, and Omar Benson Miller at the 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards. The 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards , held on Sunday, January 4, showcased the brilliance of Black talent. Leading the pack was Sinners , which garnered 17 nominations and took home 4 pr

John Eriomala
Jan 53 min read


Lights, Camera, Cameroon! The 9th Annual CAMIFF Returns to Buea This April 21–26, 2025 | Buea, Cameroon
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BFW Staff
Apr 7, 20253 min read


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

BFW Staff
Mar 21, 20252 min read


FilmOne Exhibitors Showcase 2025: A Star-Studded Celebration of Cinema
The FilmOne Exhibitors Showcase 2025 was nothing short of spectacular! Held in Lagos, Nigeria , the annual event brought together...

BFW Staff
Jan 30, 20252 min read


Denzel Washington Joins “Black Panther 3: A Cultural Milestone by Sahndra Fon Dufe Okeowo
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

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Nov 13, 20243 min read
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