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Watch Preview Of Picturesque Colombian Drama "Chocó" Heading To Berlin Panorama Debut

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 1:12 PM
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It's titled simply Chocó, a film set in Colombia, which centers on the struggles of a 27-year-old mother of 2 (the titular Chocó), working a poorly-paid job in a gold mine, living in a tiny wooden hut, who's married to a reckless and abusive man named Everlides, a marimba player who gambles away their life savings.

First-Look Pics At Saul Williams & Aissa Maiga In Alain Gomis Drama "Aujourd'hui" (Premiering At Berlinale)

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 12:44 PM
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Here are some official looks at Saul Williams and Aissa Maiga in French-Senegalese director Alain Gomis 3rd feature film titled Aujourd'hui (or Today in English), which is scheduled to make its world premiere in competition at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival (which opens its doors on February 9th).
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Must-See In Theaters: Restored Print Of Seminal South African Realist Classic "Come Back, Africa"

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 12:20 PM
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This I need to see... because I've actually never seen it... and it's currently screening at the Film Forum here in NYC for a 1-WEEK ONLY engagement, through February 2nd, so you've got just today, tomorrow, and Thursday to see it.

The Nightmare Continues... Producers Of "Real Housewives" Franchise Developing "Preacher Wives"

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 11:54 AM
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Oh Lord... help us (and I'm not even what you'd call religious; but I'm willing to become a "believer" if somehow these "Wives" reality TV shows are miraculously wiped off the face of the earth!)

Watch Episodes 2 & 2.5 Of Dennis Dortch's New Series Titled "The Number"

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 11:40 AM
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From Dennis Dortch, writer and director of 2008's A Good Day To be Black & Sexy ... here are episodes 2 and 2.5 of his new web series titled The Number, or "the one thing you never, ever discuss with your fiancé."

Library of Congress Highlights Epic Slavery Drama “Roots” During Black History Month

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 11:18 AM
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The short story...

Raven-Symoné To Take Over Starring Duties In Broadway Musical Adaptation Of "Sister Act"

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 10:59 AM
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The recently slimmed-down diva, Ms Raven-Symoné is set to take over the lead role in the Broadway musical Sister Act (based on the hit 1992 movie of the same name), replacing Patina Miller (who originated the role from the start) as Deloris Van Cartier (the character Whoopi Goldberg played in the original film and its sequel).
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For The Absolute LAST Time...Gang of Roses 2 - The Trailer

  • By Sergio
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  • January 31, 2012 10:00 AM
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I made a promise that I wasn't going never ever write another post about this unholy mess, but damn it!  Just when you think you're finished with it, it pulls you back in!

Writers Wanted - Apply Now!

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 8:59 AM
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In brief...
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Hey NYC! 3 Pairs Of Tickets Up For Grabs To Attend Preview Screening Of UK Docudrama "Dreams Of A Life"

  • By Tambay A. Obenson
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  • January 31, 2012 8:26 AM
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You only have a few hours left New York City, so take heed...
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