U.S.: Paris Barclay Named First African-American DGA President
Shadow and Act is reporting that veteran television director and writer Paris Barclay has been named president of the Director's Guild...
'Mistresses' and 'Devious Maids': Is There Hypocrisy in TV Democracy?
ABC's show 'Mistresses' has been criticized for celebrating mistresses, known in many married circles as home wrecking harlots. Based on the...
'Being Mary Jane': Mara Brock Akil Talks Sexual Politics of Black Shows
While television networks are continuing to mass produce an influx of reality programming, Mara Brock Akil maintains her knack for creating...
‘Shadeism’: Colorism in the Muslim Diaspora
Writing for Aquila Style, writer Fatimah Jackson-Best explores the complicated issue of 'shadeism', commonly known as 'colorism' in the Muslim Diaspora....
T.I. Riffs on ‘Paperwork’, Diversifying His Hustle & Changing the Game
After 13 years recording for major labels and releasing nine total studio albums, T.I. is completely aware that he can be...
2014 Oscars: The Burton Wire Wants to Know Your Picks!
The 2014 broadcast of the 86th Academy Awards is happening tonight on ABC with host Ellen DeGeneres. Broadcasting live at 5:30...
March on Washington 50th Anniversary: Digital Marches an Option
The 50th anniversary of the iconic and game-changing March on Washington is here and people around the world are finding ways...
A3C Hip-Hop Festival Kicks Off 10th Anniversary in Atlanta
The A3C Hip-Hop Festival is celebrating its 10th Anniversary in the city of Atlanta Oct 8-14.* Founded by Brian Knott and Kevin...
#BringBackGoodluck2015: Nigerian President Bans Hashtag Campaign
BBC News is reporting that Nigeria's president, Goodluck Johnson, is asking that his supporters cease using a modified version of the...
ABFF: Pioneering Film Festival Celebrates 20 Years
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) is a haven for voices of African descent in the cinematic community and inspires acting...