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Matthew Carey

‘Green Book’ Faces Backlash Despite Awards Season Praise

December 2, 2018December 9, 2018Matthew Carey 28

Some critics have described the film as a “white savior movie.”

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Rita Moreno Changes Tune on Returning to ‘West Side Story’ (Exclusive)

November 30, 2018November 30, 2018Matthew Carey

Oscar winner went from having reservations to “I am tingling!”

Class, Acceptance and Race: These Movies Have Something to Say

July 6, 2018April 13, 2019Matthew Carey 215

Hollywood packs summer with escapist flicks, but these films carry compelling messages.

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Debra Lee to Step Down as BET Chairman and CEO

May 24, 2018May 26, 2018Matthew Carey

Her departure comes weeks before the BET Awards.

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By Frances Price / September 27, 2023 / 0 Comments

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By Frances Price / September 25, 2023 / 0 Comments

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By Anita Bennett / September 29, 2023 / 0 Comments

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