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‘Christmas Carol’ Musical ‘Spirited’ Adding Octavia Spencer Alongside Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell

Spirited, the expensive musical remake of A Christmas Carol headed to Apple TV+ with Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell, might add Octavia Spencer into the mix. The Oscar-winning actress is reportedly in talks to join the film in what sounds like an update of …

20 great movies for families to watch in honor of Black History Month

Hollywood doesn't always get history right. But it has given us some exceptional movies that deal with racial prejudice and civil rights, complete with A-list names like Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Sidney Poitier and …

Segerstrom Center – March Movies on the Argyros Plaza

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is thrilled to announce that movies are returning to the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza in March. Four true iconic films: HIDDEN FIGURES on March 5, THE LEGO MOVIE on March 6, ROMAN HOLIDAY on March 12 and HELLO, DOLLY! on …

HBO Max: How to watch movies like the Snyder Cut, Judas and the Black Messiah

HBO Max will stream all of Warner Bros.' new movies this year at the same time they first hit theaters, at no added cost to subscribers.  Angela Lang/CNET HBO Max is the premium network's streaming service featuring all the channel's …

Movies to Watch for Black History Month

Sign up for our COVID-19 newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest coronavirus news throughout New York City Getty Images As we celebrate Black History this month, one way to honor and learn is through a family movie night. Movies can serve as lessons of …

Black women are still underrepresented and excluded in the film industry

Black women are becoming a more prominent part of the entertainment industry, yet they still face discrimination on movie sets. Unfair treatment range from their hair, makeup, negative stereotypes to completely silencing their voices in the film world. …

The Top 20 Films of 2020 (#20 – 11)

Top 20 Films of 2020 (#20 – 11) Welcome, one and all, to my Movies Year in Review for 2020! I’m your host Jeremy Thomas, and today we’ll starting a look at the best and worst films of the past 12 months. Keep in mind that this list is meant to be my …

Now Stream This: ‘Nomadland’, ‘Possessor’, ‘Unforgiven’, ‘MacGruber’, ‘The Shape of Water’, ‘Aquaman’, and More

(Welcome to Now Stream This, a column dedicated to the best movies streaming on Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and every other streaming service out there.) Nomadland Now Streaming on Hulu Release Date: 2020 Genre: Drama Director: Chloé Zhao Cast: Frances …

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Netflix: 25 films to watch out for in 2021

Donald Clarke on the big names, Oscar contenders and everything from westerns to romcoms that will hit the small screen this year Nobody now doubts that Netflix enjoys the status of a major film studio. Indeed, few of its competitors deal so …

Netflix to release 71 movies featuring stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Gal Gadot and Chris Hemsworth in 2021

Streaming giant Netflix has set its sights on its main rival Disney with a massive list of 71 movie releases slated for 2021. An action thriller starring Wonder Woman’s Gal Gadot, Deadpool’s Ryan Reynolds and the world’s highest-paid actor Dwayne ‘The Rock …

Netflix announces 70 star-packed 2021 films

Already the master of 2020's pandemic-era movie landscape, Netflix on Tuesday offered a preview of upcoming 2021 releases, a list with no fewer than 70 star-studded feature films. The sneak peek is unusual for the streaming giant, which historically …

‘Dont Look Up’ First Footage Unites DiCaprio and Lawrence as Netflix Touts 2021 Movie Lineup

The first footage of Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence in Adam McKay’s star-studded comedy “Don’t Look Up” has arrived as the closer to Netflix’s 2021 film preview trailer, embedded below. The two-and-a-half minute video package debuts first look …

Netflix Is Releasing at Least One New Movie Every Week Throughout 2021

To say that Netflix's 2021 movie release slate is stacked might be the understatement of the year. The streaming service has long been king of the hill, boasting nearly 200 million subscribers worldwide. And they are not messing around when it comes to …

Here are all of the original movies coming to Netflix in 2021

Netflix has announced its most ambitious film slate ever for 2021. While movie theaters sit empty and studios worry about additional delays and revenue losses due to the coronavirus, Netflix will be at least one new film every week this year and 70 in …

Netflix drops trailer teasing 70 new 2021 movies with Leonardo DiCaprio, The Rock, Zazie Beetz, Idris Elba, and more

Last year was abject trash. This year, too, will (largely) consist of more of the same. But at least Netflix is stepping up with a stacked slate of new movies to help get us through the bulls... that surely lies ahead. Early Tuesday the streamer came …

‘Snowpiercer’- an Apocaliptic Triumph

447 views By Abigail Morin | armorin1@radford.edu Climate change is a significant issue facing our planet. While there have been many movies, tv shows, and books centered around this topic, or more specifically the aftereffects, very few great films about …

Netflix Unveils 2021 Film Slate, Promises “A New Movie Every Week”

A new movie every week. That’s the promise Netflix is making heading into 2021 as studio releases dry up and theaters remain closed. But things are popping over at the streaming giant, which has just released its Netflix 2021 films preview, announcing a …

Netflix Will Release a New Movie Every Week in 2021

The competition for streaming dollars is getting incredible fierce these days. The industry leader, though, is still Netflix, and they’re clearly not looking to give up that title. Today they unveiled a preview of their full 2021 and, in what’s clearly a …

Actor Terry Crews Gives Moving Tribute To The Late Chadwick Boseman During Groundbreaking Event

Terry Crews expressed an emotional tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman during the first ever global, interactive, 24-hour charity event on social media. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Los Angeles, …

VeganFlix Studios Announces The 2021 VeganFlix Video Seed Grant

OAKLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VeganFlix is pleased to announce that the 2021 VeganFlix Grant is now open for submissions from February 25 to June 25th 2021. The VeganFlix Grant program will be awarding seed …

Governments and Corporations are Responsible for the Life and Death of Small Business

No More Excuses: Small Business Needs Support, Not Lockdowns and Unfair Restrictions TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- How many small businesses throughout Canada have struggled and closed while many large …

Angelena Bonet Wins 'Best Inspirational Film' For Her Documentary CHANGE THE WORLD At Olympus Film Festival in Hollywood

Australian singer-songwriter, documentary filmmaker and humanitarian has won another 'Best Inspirational Film' award for her biopic documentary in Hollywood. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, February 25, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Australian …

Sean James, Acclaimed Celebrity Hair Stylist, Nominated for Best Hair for a TV Commercial or Music Video Award

Sean James has been nominated for Local 706 Guild Award for “Best Hair for a TV Commercial or Music Video. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celebrity hairstylist and makeup artist Sean James, whose shows …

New Musical Short “Can’t Have It Both Ways” from New Mexico Latina Filmmakers Address Need to Embrace Solidarity for All

This powerful short musical film now on the film festival circuit celebrates the importance of diverse representation & equality in BLM, LGBTQ+, women’s rights. SANTA FE, NM, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actor, …

Todd Michael Band Releases "Up For Getting Down" To Country Radio

GOODLETTSVILLE, TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MC1 Nashville is excited to release the debut release, "Up For Getting Down" from the Todd Michael Band to Country Stations. Established in late 2017, …

A Bright 2021 on the horizon for London/Stroud Casting

After a strenuous, but productive 2020, London/Stroud Casting catches up with Samera Entertainment to chronicle their creative journey over the past year. LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During the challenging …

Ludi el pirata hace el LANZAMIENTO DE VIDEO Y CANCIÓN ORIGINAL Titulado ¿Dónde está mi Calcetín?

Contenidos que promueven el aprendizaje lúdico en niños, familias y educadores ESTADO DE MEXICO, PROVINCIA/ESTADO, MéXICO, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ludi el pirata lanza al público de forma gratuita su más reciente producción …

“When We Dance” Joins Cinequest Film and Creativity Festival

African American screenwriter-penned film has won multiple awards to date LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Director Charles Pieper and up-and-coming Black screenwriter Kenny J. Wright are excited to …

CSI Secure Solutions offers Special Event Security Services

CSI provides professional security guards for Special Event Security Services and high profile events! FT. LAUDERDALE, FL, USA, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There is no doubt about the fact that security is a necessity given the …

Author, Natasha Murray, is Launching the next book in the Gripping Waterfall Way Romantic Crime Series - Julia's Baby

The Waterfall Way series was written during lockdown by award winning West Sussex author Natasha Murray who delights in creating books you can't put down. LITTLEHAMPTON, WEST SUSSEX, UNITED KINGDOM, February 23, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Introducing Contemporary Urban Jazz Maestro Al DeGregoris

Contemporary Jazz At Its Finest In “Sandbox” By Al DeGregoris GARDEN CITY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Appreciating jazz doesn’t take a trained ear for music or a special inclination to saxophones. All it …

Exactly One Year Later Corey Feldman To Re-Release Documentary "My Truth..." at Half Price

In Honor of the One Year Anniversary and In Light of Marilyn Manson Allegations, Corey Feldman's Documentary "My Truth..." Deserves Second Look LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Exactly one …

NETFLIX RELEASES TRAILER AND KEY ART FOR A WEEK AWAY MUSICAL

RELEASING ON NETFLIX MARCH 26TH LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Netflix has released the trailer for their upcoming family musical, A Week Away, which tells the story of troubled teen Will Hawkins (Kevin …

BHERC Fetes Rhiannon Giddens, Rissi Palmer Pioneers of Neo-Folk & Southern Soul Music at Black Carpet Speaker Series '21

Two of today’s most influential Black Women in folk, country, and southern soul music, share their unique story and journey in honor of Women’s History Month. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, USA, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Black …

Young Black Actress, Mallian Butler, Scores Role On Black-ish.

Mallian Butler Is Set to Portray The Role of Ashley on Black-ish. FORT WORTH, TX, USA, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mallian Butler will join the cast of Black-ish in the role of Ashley. Her debut on the show is Tuesday, February 23, …

Award-Winning Canadian Filmmaker R. Paul Dhillon Inducted Into BC Entertainment Hall of Fame

Award winning filmmaker-journalist R. Paul Dhillon is the recipient of BC Entertainment Hall of Fame's 2020-21 StarWalk Star. He founded DESIBUZZCanada.com. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MEDIA …

SmALL Business is Essential - We Are Staying Open

A Notice to All Ontario Businesses TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After a second lockdown, the Ontario government has started a staged reopening process in various regions. As the reopening of businesses …

Proceeds from The LightBoard Depot Sales will Support Arts for Better Tomorrow (ABT) in Hollywood

Actor Jose Yenque embarks on innovative teaching technology that will greatly benefit youths in underserved communities. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA , USA, February 22, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The news out of Hollywood keeps getting better. …