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- Lock Down
- This story is about the test of friendship between 3 men when they are wrongly convicted for
a crime they didn’t commit. I had a chance to speak with the director John Luessenhop and one of
the stars of the film, Gabriel Casseus, as they shared their experience on the film with blackfilm.com.
Reviewed by Wilson Morales
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- Interview with Jackie Chan
- In this interview, Chan reveals the pressures of being Jackie Chan, making
the Rush Hour sequel, his search for movies that appeal to all audiences, and
his cynicism with Hollywood’s recent interest in Asian films.
by Midas
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- Interview with Chris Tucker
- In the sequel to the mega hit, Rush Hour, Chris Tucker takes us on a comedic
joyride from Vegas to Hong Kong and back again and.... he even does his own
stunts!! The funny man tells blackfilm.com what it was like the second time
around.
by Niambi Sims
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- Off the Beaten Path : Reviews of the Uncommon and Exceptional
- New Jersey native, Pete Yorn, nearly stole the show with his big hooks and understated
lyrical prowess. Yorn and his talented band showcased songs from his debut album entitled,
“musicforthemorningafter”.
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Daos Boonma
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- Film Duds : Attack of the Summer Blockbusters
- Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker teamed up for the second go ‘round of east meets west crime
fighting in “Rush Hour 2,” and while the script offered little new and improved humor, the
gags, explosions and suits were bigger, brighter and better.
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Kellye Whitney
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- Special Summer Theatre Review : Blue
- With Ja Rule, Lil Zane, and Tyrese currently expanding their talent to the film industry,
one has to wonder as to where are the real thespians. Well, look no further than to your
local theater where some are working on their skills.
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Wilson Morales
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- TIME FOR SOME ACTION!
- The headline might make you think about Redman’s club-classic, but right now
I would like for you to really take some action.
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- Love Relations
- Michael Hoffman's “Love Relations,” a film that addresses a family's struggle to mend old mistakes, avoid new
dones and fortify their love along the way.
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Kara Barnett
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- Rush Hour 2
- Three years ago, Los Angeles detectives Carter (Chris Tucker) and Lee (Jackie Chan) propelled us through
a comedic joy ride in Rush Hour. Now, the crime- fighting duo is back again.
Reviewed by
Niambi Sims
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Latest Indie Reviews Additions:
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- Jump Tomorrow
- In Josh Hopkins’ first feature film, “Jump Tomorrow,” he manages to make this quirky comedy enjoyable. It’s a
battle between love and responsibility. Guess which prevails?
Reviewed by Wilson Morales
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Latest Soundtrack Reviews Addition:
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- Baby Boy - Close but not good enough
- Rarely does the infamous “younger generation” recognize where samples for the most popular
hip-hop song originated. This is the compelling undercurrent surrounding the “Baby Boy” Soundtrack.
Reviewed by
Midas
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- The Score
- “The Score” is a film where the acting is solid and the story is simple, with a twist...
Reviewed by
Wilson Morales
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- SHOWTIME'S ANNUAL BLACK FILMMAKER SHOWCASE - Accepting Entries for 2002 Competition
- As part of The Black Experience, SHOWTIME is proud to provide the opportunity for
young African-American filmmakers to express themselves through its annual Black Filmmaker Showcase.
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screening series at the world-renowned Lincoln Center in Gotham. On Friday, August 24, join us for
cognac, food, film & music. We will be featuring the excellent urban-tale, Bluehill
Avenue directed by Craig Ross, Jr. Having won the Best Film Award at the Acapulco Black Film
Festival, Bluehill Avenue is making heads turn and Craig Ross Jr. managed to pick up the Best
Director award at this year's Urbanworld Film Festival.