Alfre Woodard, Octavia Spencer, Jennifer Lopez Land Spirit Award Nominations
The Spirit awards will be handed out in Santa Monica on Feb. 8.
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AMC Fires Workers for Making Black Patrons ‘Verify’ Tickets to ‘Harriet’
The incident happened at a theater in Metairie, Louisiana.
‘The Banker’ Premiere Canceled Amid Abuse Claims Against Real-Life Subject’s Son
The Apple drama stars Anthony Mackie and Samuel L. Jackson.
‘Harriet’ Writer Says Studio Boss Suggested Julia Roberts Play Harriet Tubman
Cynthia Erivo ultimately landed the role as abolitionist Harriet Tubman.
Halle Berry Injured on Set of Mixed Martial Arts Film ‘Bruised’
The actress is also directing the film about an MMA fighter who has fallen on hard times.
Regina Hall to Produce and Star in Amazon Studios Drama ‘Master’
The film will be written and directed by Mariama Diallo.
‘Beverly Hills Cop 4’ With Eddie Murphy in the Works at Netflix
The streaming giant is set to make the fourth installment in the franchise.
Women Known as ‘Hidden Figures’ Awarded Congressional Gold Medals
The African American women worked at NASA in the 1950s.
African American Film Critics to Honor ‘Black and Blue’ Director Deon Taylor
Clarence Avant, Kenny Leon, Sherry Lansing, Matthew Cherry, Richard Roeper & NALIP will also be honored.
‘Harriet’ Surpasses Box Office Expectations for $12 Million Debut
The drama centers on abolitionist Harriet Tubman’s efforts to free enslaved African Americans.