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MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE
May 4th thru May 10th
The winter moon was a yellow stain across the sky, softly illuminating the countless storefronts lining the sidewalk. Coming outta The Oasis after going to pick-up some loot from mommy, I could still hear Red Jackson talking in his bellowing Little Caesar/James Cagney voice, stirring stardust echoes in my head...
I've decided I want to become British. And, for me, the final straw was TOM GREEN.
Brewmeister Heineken is spending an estimated $10 Million...
"When I read the script I was really caught up in the
emotion of the storytelling. And that’s what this movie is about. " ...
CARL BRASHEAR has the kind of story that lends itself to legend.
In the
film industry, the road to success isn't so easy.
"I was never booed at the Apollo, but I've been booed before. I was
booed at a club called IBEX in D.C. Booing is not that bad, it is the
silence that bothers you. At least booing is a reaction. You've got to treat
the crowd like you treat your women. Women don't mind when
you argue, they hate it when you don't argue."
"I'm co-producing a movie, a coming of age piece called 
If you have seen his work in 
director of CAVEMAN's VALENTINE, started out as an actress?
She's lensed 18 flicks and 5 TV guest spots that have ranged all over the
creative spectrum.
She got her big break as a director by convincing Samuel Jackson to attach
his name to EVE's BAYOU. If it hadn't been for his involvement the movie
never would have been made.
The Acapulco Black Film Festival is a celebration of
the cinematic work of Black filmmakers and artists. The ABFF
offers a competitive showcase of independent Black cinema from
around the world.... 
In the last few years, there have been a few actors who have multi-talented skills such as Will Smith and Jennifer Lopez. Both have appeared on TV shows and both are singers. Their fan base stretches farther than the film community. Lopez has a new movie called “Angel Eyes,” which is being marketed in the wrong direction and may leave her fans disappointed.
With "Time and Tide", Tsui Hark has returned to
the roots that made him the "Sam Peckingpah of Hollywood".
It’s “Charlie’s Angels” – with a sci-fi twist! What if there were four “Angels” instead of
three – give ‘em sketchy back stories, complex motivations, and a dash of cyberpunk.
Now comes a newly formed company aimed at distributing so called "risky" films - Urbanworld
Films. They want to show films that have a sense of realism. Its first feature is "The Visit" and it
deserves to be seen for its story is powerful and cast is wonderfully played out to perfection.
Gary Hardwick's feature film is a joyous and entertaining.
In her second feature, THE CAVEMANS VALENTINE, she proves that
her first effort was no fluke, but falls short of emulating the same success.
"For anyone who has ever sacrificed to chase a distant dream,
"Sparkle" will speak to your heart. Brilliantly acted, this film
has endured the test of time to remain a favorite of many."
"Film Duds" is a testament to my love of
film and fashion. This column is meant to be humorous commentary
on the ever-changing and frequently wild relationship between
clothes and movies, celebrities and designers. Fashion and film are intrinsically
intertwined. You'll see.
This NEW FEATURE @ blackfilm.com will deliver news and information about Latino
films, actors, directors, stage plays and more. . We would like to thank
Elaine Del Valle for contributing the first article to a section that we hope
will grow with us. Thanks Elaine.
DA SPANISH MOB Adds Latino Flava To A New York City Stage
"One of those golden childhood memories is truly being destroyed
by Hollywood. The implication of it can't help but boggle the mind."
Branford Marsalis is playing the Sax - Listen up.
"My first performance was at a club called the Horse in New Orleans in
1974. We had an R&B band called The Creators. We played on a Monday
night for the door, and made 75 cents each. We used it to catch the bus home."