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Lee Davis’ TV One Original Film ‘Loved To Death’ Premiered At PAFF

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The Pan African Film Festival hosted a special screening of TV One's upcoming original film titled Loved To Death in Los Angeles on Friday.

The Davis Lee-directed relationship drama stars hip hop pioneer MC Lyte, Tobias Truvillion, McKinley Freeman, Malinda Williams, and Chrystee Pharris.

The story follows a newly engaged couple Chuck Everette and Deborah Ross, whose lives are cut short when they are suddenly gunned down by a crazed gunman at a toll booth.

Loved To Death is set to air this summer on TV One.

Check out the photos of the cast in attendance below (courtesy of Hollywood Melanin).

 

MC Lyte

 

McKinley Freeman

 

Tobias Truvillion

 

Noelle Bellinghausen

 

Lee Davis, director

 

Lynn Adriana

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Jeffrey Wright and Ilfenesh Hadera Join Denzel Washington in Spike Lee’s ‘High and Low’

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In a highly anticipated collaboration, acclaimed actor Jeffrey Wright and Ilfenesh Hadera have joined the cast of Spike Lee’s upcoming film, ‘High and Low.’ The film, described as a reimagining of the classic Akira Kurosawa thriller, also stars Denzel Washington.

Known for his roles in films like ‘Basquiat,’ ‘The Hunger Games’ series, and ‘Westworld,’ Jeffrey Wright was most recently nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in American Fiction. His ability to embody complex characters and deliver powerful performances makes him a perfect fit for this new Spike Lee joint.

The upcoming film will mark a reunion for Hadera and Washington, who co-starred in ‘The Equalizer 2.’ The Godfather of Harlem star also previously collaborated with Lee on his acclaimed Netflix series ‘She’s Gotta Have It,’ based on his classic 1986 film and his movies ‘Chi-Raq’ and ‘Oldboy’.

‘High and Low’ also marks the fifth collaboration between Lee and Washington, who previously worked together on ‘Mo’ Better Blues,’ ‘He Got Game,’ ‘Inside Man,’ and ‘Malcolm X.’ Washington’s performance in ‘The Tragedy of Macbeth’ was also released by A24.

The film is being developed and produced by A24, a production company known for its slate of thought-provoking and award-worthy films. It is described as a thriller and an English-language reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 crime thriller, which told the story of a shoe executive who was in the middle of a complex corporate takeover when his plans were derailed by the accidental kidnapping and ransom of his chauffeur’s son instead of his son.

The film will begin production this month, with a theatrical release before its global launch on Apple TV+.

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Regina King and Guests Attend The Los Angeles Premiere of ‘Shirley’

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Oscar-winner Regina King recently attended the Los Angeles premiere of her latest film, ‘Shirley.’ The highly anticipated biopic chronicles the life and political career of Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman to be elected to the United States Congress and the first Black woman to run for President.

The premiere, held on March 21, 2024, drew a star-studded crowd, with King taking center stage as both the lead actress and one of the film producers. She was joined by her sister, Reina King, who also served as a producer on the project.

The film, directed by John Ridley and written by Rebecca Hall, explores the life and career of Shirley Chisholm, who was a trailblazer in American politics. The story follows her journey from her early days as a teacher and community activist to her historic run for the presidency in 1972.

Regina King and Reina King speak onstage during Netflix’s ‘Shirley’ Los Angeles Premiere at The Egyptian Theatre Hollywood on March 19, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images for Netflix)

At the premiere, Regina King spoke about the importance of telling Chisholm’s story and the impact she had on American politics. “Shirley was a true maverick, and, you know, we use this term all the time, but she was a true first,” King said. “She was the first Black woman to be elected to Congress and the first Black woman to run for President. Her story is one that needs to be told and I’m honored to be a part of bringing it to the screen.”

The film also stars Lance Reddick as Chisholm’s husband, Conrad Chisholm, and features a powerful supporting cast that includes actors like Jeffrey Wright, André Holland, and Michael K. Williams.

The premiere celebrated Shirley Chisholm’s legacy. Attendees were treated to a special screening of the film, followed by a Q&A session with the cast and crew.

Regina King’s performance in the film has already garnered critical acclaim, with many praising her portrayal of Chisholm as both powerful and nuanced. In an interview with Variety, King spoke about the challenges of playing such a significant historical figure. “It was important to me to show the humanity in her and to show that she was a real person who had real struggles and real triumphs,” she said.

The film is set to be released on Netflix on March 22, 2024. Watch the trailer below.

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Colman Domingo Stars in the First Trailer for ‘Sing Sing’

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Oscar nominee Colman Domingo is making headlines once again with his latest project. The first trailer for ‘Sing Sing,’ a highly anticipated film set to be released in July, has just been unveiled, and Domingo takes center stage in this captivating drama.

Directed by Greg Kwedar and written by Kwedar and Clint Bentley, ‘Sing Sing’ is a heartfelt story set in the infamous Sing Sing Correctional Facility in New York. The film follows a group of inmates serving their sentences and striving for emotional and mental healing through the art of performance.

Colman Domingo stars as Divine G, a man who has been wrongfully convicted of a crime and is fighting for his freedom. The film is a powerful exploration of the human spirit and the transformative power of art, even in the most challenging of circumstances.

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Colman Domingo as Divine G in ‘Sing Sing’

Joining Domingo in the cast are Paul Raci, who recently earned an Academy Award nomination for his role in ‘Sound of Metal,’ and a group of formerly incarcerated actors, including Clarence Maclin, who plays himself in the film.

The drama has already garnered praise and acclaim, with the film receiving glowing reviews out of its world premiere at the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival (Domingo received the TIFF Tribute Performer Award ) and on Rotten Tomatoes.

Produced by Bentley, Kwedar, and Monique Walton, ‘Sing Sing’ is set to be released in July.

Colman Domingo’s career has been marked by a string of impressive performances and accolades. In addition to his work in ‘Sing Sing,’ the actor has also received critical acclaim for his role in ‘Rustin,’ for which he was nominated for Best Actor at this year’s Academy Awards and won an NAACP Image Award. Domingo has also appeared in popular television shows such as ‘Fear the Walking Dead’ and ‘Euphoria,’ and has several upcoming projects in the works, including playing the role of Joe Jackson in ‘Michael’ and directing and starring in a biopic about iconic singer Nat King Cole.

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