May 2003
Week of May 2nd thru May 9th
 

Enter the world of
The Matrix Reloaded

How many films have there been that featured at least 9 African-Americans and have not been categorized as a "Black Film"? Stumped? Rightly so. Explore the world of Zion, the city serving as the backdrop for The Matrix Reloaded. Keanu Reeves returns as Neo, as do Lawrence Fishburne as Morpheus, and Carrie-Anne Moss as Trinity. Joining the crew are Jada Pinkett-Smith as Niobe and a slew of talented African-Americans. Click Here.....

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Daddy Day Care : An Interview with Regina King
Later this summer, she will star with Reese Witherspoon in Legally Blonde 2 and is currently shooting Unchain My Heart: The Ray Charles Story with Jamie Fox. In an interview with blackfilm.com, Regina King talks about her role in Daddy Day Care, her other projects, and the roles for black actresses in the industry.

Interviewed by Lakesha Cash

Bend it Like Beckham : An Interview with Parminder K. Nagra
In Bend It Like Beckham, Parminder K. Nagra plays one of the leads, Jess Bhamra, whose dream is to play soccer unbeknownst to her parents. In an interview with blackfilm.com, Parminder talks about the film and the success it has received so far as the film expands nationwide in the United States.

Interviewed by Wilson Morales

The Shape of Things : An Interview with Rachel Weisz
Over a year ago, she played the part of Evelyn in Neil Labute’s theatrical production of The Shape of Things, a play about the changes of couples in love. Neil has decided to make a film out of the play, and once again, Rachel Weisz is back to play the role she created. In an interview with blackfilm.com, Rachel talks about the role she’s at ease with.

Interviewed by Wilson Morales

City of God : An Interview with Co-Director Katia Lund and Author Paolo Lins
While in New York City for a benefit for We In Cinema, non-profit acting school in a favela in Rio Brazil, blackfilm.com got a chance to speak to Co-Director of City of God, Katia Lund and the author of the book, Paula Lins to discuss merits of the films.

Interviewed by Wilson Morales

African-Americans in The Matrix Reloaded
Explore the world of Zion, the city serving as the backdrop for The Matrix Reloaded. Keanu Reeves returns as Neo, as do Lawrence Fishburne as Morpheus, and Carrie-Anne Moss as Trinity. Joining the crew are Jada Pinkett-Smith as Niobe and a slew of talented African-Americans.

Compiled by Wilson Morales

X2 (X-Men United) : An Interview with Patrick Stewart
In an interview with blackfilm.com, Patrick Stewart talks about playing Prof. Charles Xavier in X2 (X-Men United).

Interviewed by Godfrey Powell

X2 (X-Men United) : An Interview with Rebecca Romijin-Stamos
The 5’11 former supermodel Rebecca Romijin-Stamos is a statuesque beauty. Surprisingly she is very down to earth and refreshingly unpretentious. Married to former Full House star John Stamos, Rebecca sat down with blackfilm.com writer Godfrey Powell, Jr. to discuss her upcoming role as Mystique in X-Men 2.

Interviewed by Godfrey Powell

We In Cinema : City of God Benefit
On Monday, April 28, an intimate group of artists, film buffs, philanthropists and friends came together at the Red Rose Music studio in New York City to listen to Katia Lund and Paulo Lin talk about the making of City of God and formation of We In Cinema, then enjoy the magical musical performance of Seu Jorge.

by Niija Kuykendall

Spellbound : An Interview with Director Jeffrey Blitz and Co-Producer Sean Welch
In an interview with blackfilm.com, Director Jeffrey Blitz and Co-Producer Sean Welch talked about the process of making the documentary Spellbound.

Interviewed by Wilson Morales

 
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Daddy Day Care (in Film)
Daddy Day Care is a very funny film that will cater to all families. Predictable from start to finish, the film has a fine execution.

Reviewed by Wilson Morales
 
Only the Strong Survive (in Indie)
Only the Strong Survive is a documentary film that should be watched by all to remember the times when soul singers where at their prime before the evolution of rock and roll began and their music was no longer at the forefront in the industry.

Reviewed by Wilson Morales
 
X2 (X-Men United) (in Film)
X2 (X-Men United) is here with a better story, more characters, fantastic action scenes, a pulsating score, and enough material that will have you salivating for a continuation in the blockbuster franchise.

Reviewed by Wilson Morales
 
Spellbound (in Indie)
Nominated for an Academy Award for best documentary is Jeffrey Blitz’s inspirational film Spellbound, which shares the stories of 8 kids who, through hard work and support from their parents, competed in the National Spelling Bee. The journey to the dream is uplifting and rewarding for everyone wins.

Reviewed by Wilson Morales
 
Confidence (in Film)
Director James Foley has taken the heist genre to new heist with his latest film, Confidence, a slick film that has twist and turns that will leave you enthusiastic at the end.

Reviewed by Wilson Morales
 
City of Ghosts (in Film)
It been over 20 years since Matt Dillon made his mark as an actor in The Outsiders and now it’s his turn to do the same as a writer-director with directorial debut, City of Ghosts. While his visionary aspects to the film are impressive due to its location, the story itself is jaded with so many plot holes, comprehension is lost.

Reviewed by Wilson Morales
 
The Real Cancun (in Film)
While some may find the film off-putting like the other TV reality shows, the film itself is quite appealing and funny and should make a boatload of money from individuals who want to venture into someone else’s world.

Reviewed by Wilson Morales
 
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