by Alsander Womack “One Night In Miami,” aired Jan. 8, an American drama directed by Regina King. The movie is a fictional account where four icons, Sam Cooke (Leslie Odom Jr), Malcolm X (Kingsley Ben-Adir), Cassius Clay (Eli Goree), and Jim Brown (Aldis Hodge) got together in a hotel to celebrate, or at least they … Continue reading
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Disney hopes for its next blockbuster in newest ‘Star Wars’
NEW YORK (AP) — Disney’s $4 billion deal for Lucasfilm and “Star Wars” just keeps getting better for the House of Mouse. The company is banking on the latest installments, “The Last Jedi” in December and a Han Solo movie in May, to drive people to theaters. But that’s far from the end of money-making … Continue reading
Review: ‘Battle of the Sexes’ serves up a too-timely story
Can an inspirational movie also be a drag? That’s the distinct feeling one can’t shake walking out of “Battle of the Sexes ,” a fictionalized rendering of the 1973 tennis match between 29-year-old Billie Jean King and 55-year-old hustler Bobby Riggs and the circumstances surrounding it. At stake is the opportunity for women in tennis … Continue reading
‘It’ floats away with record-breaking $117.2 million weekend
LOS ANGELES (AP) — ‘It’ is a hit. The Stephen King adaptation from New Line and Warner Bros. shattered records over the weekend earning $117.2 million from 4,103 locations according to studio estimates on Sunday. Not only is “It” now the largest ever opening for a horror movie and the largest September opening of all … Continue reading
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Did ‘Thelma & Louise’ move the needle for female-led films?
NEW YORK (AP) — When Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon clasped hands, stepped on the gas and flew over the canyon ridge in that memorable ending to “Thelma & Louise,” many in Hollywood believed they were launching more than that turquoise Thunderbird. It was 1991, and the expectation — or at least the hope … Continue reading
‘Pirates of the Caribbean 5’ sails into new franchise waters
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Captain Jack Sparrow might be a household name, but despite the cultural clout, the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise has gone adrift. In some ways, it’s been a series of diminishing returns, and they’re not done yet. As the fifth film, “Dead Men Tell No Tales,” prepares to set sail Friday, … Continue reading
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Hugh Jackman’s secret? He didn’t know wolverines are real
NEW YORK (AP) — After playing Wolverine in nine movies, Hugh Jackman arguably knows more about the superhero than anyone. But that wasn’t always the case. He recalls researching the animal when he first got the role and being somewhat mistaken about the character. For one thing, he had no idea that a wolverine is … Continue reading
“Fences” will end 2016 with a bang
by Daniel Smallwood Opening in theaters on Christmas Day, the “Fences” movie is directed by two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington, who takes the director’s chair for the first time since 2007 in “The Great Debaters.” “Fences” was written by August Wilson, adapted from his own Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning play from 1987. The … Continue reading
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Virginia Production Alliance and HRBMP to meet with MCJR majors during November
The Department of Mass Communications and Journalism is hosting the monthly meeting of two professional groups on campus during November. All MCJR majors are cordially invited to attend the monthly meetings of the following two organizations. Both events are free. The Virginia Production Alliance (film) Wednesday, November 16th 6:30-9:00 pm Archives Orientation Room 2nd Floor, … Continue reading
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Nate Parker brings “The Birth of a Nation” home
by J.Ashlee Actor, director, producer and writer Nate Parker is finally stamping his mark in the film-making industry. Parker has already made his mark in the acting world by appearing in amazing films such as “The Great Debaters” and starring in “Beyond the Lights.” Now, with the upcoming movie release of “The Birth of a … Continue reading
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Nate Parker visits NSU to promote new film
by Malik Glaspie Norfolk State’s Brown Theater had a full audience Tuesday, Sept. 27, to hear a lecture from Nate Parker. Nate Parker is an actor, writer, director, producer, and musical performer who has played a part in numerous films such as The Great Debaters, Non-Stop, Red Tails, and Beyond the Lights. Parker is also … Continue reading
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Nate Parker on campus Tuesday, Sept. 27
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Nate Parker’s “Birth of a Nation” greatly anticipated
by Daniel Smallwood The year of 2016 has seen a ton of great movies already this year, but Nate Parker’s “A Birth of a Nation” remake is one of the most appreciated movies of the year. “The Birth of a Nation,” is set to release Oct. 7. The movie is a film that tells the … Continue reading
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The rebirth of “The Birth of a Nation”
by Quenten Crider With several new movies on the horizon, 2016 looks to be in great shape to finish off the year strong in the box office. One of those movies set to release on Oct. 7, “The Birth of a Nation,” is already receiving mixed reviews, backlash and overall controversy. The level of attention and … Continue reading
Gov. McAuliffe announces movie starring Adrian Grenier and Mimi Rogers to film in Norfolk, Virginia
RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe announced May 23 that producers of the upcoming political thriller Public Affairs have selected Norfolk, Virginia as their filming location. The project will star Adrian Grenier (Entourage) and Mimi Rogers (Hope Springs), and will be directed by Sundance alum and DGA-award winner Eric Bross (Restaurant). The film was written by … Continue reading
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