Global Arts Perspective

Don Cornelius, creator of “Soul Train”, passes on

Don Cornelius, creator of “Soul Train”, passes on

Feb 1, 2012

Don Cornelius, born Donald Cortez Cornelius, has died. Law enforcement believes that it's due to a "self-inflicted" gunshot wound to the head. A complete investigation is still pending.

Michael Jackson: Savvy Entrepreneur?

Michael Jackson: Savvy Entrepreneur?

Jan 30, 2012

Michael Jackson's evolution as an artist and a person went beyond his talents as a musician, a new book on the singer's life has claimed.

Netflix and their plan to “Get Along” with Cable TV carriers

Netflix and their plan to “Get Along” with Cable TV carriers

Jan 29, 2012

On a conference call last Wednesday to discuss the company's latest financial results, Netflix CEO Reed Hastings said he wants to "get along with everyone", and isn't interested in competing with cable and satellite companies.

UNCF’s “Evening Of Stars” Celebrates The Power of Education

UNCF’s “Evening Of Stars” Celebrates The Power of Education

Jan 26, 2012

Performances and Appearances by Patti LaBelle, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, Ledisi, Marsha Ambrosius, Estelle, Miguel, Musiq Soulchild, Tatyana Ali, Pooch Hall, Jill Marie Jones, Brian White, Terrence J, David Banner and Many More!

Codeblack’s new deal with AMC Theaters

Codeblack’s new deal with AMC Theaters

Jan 23, 2012

AMC Theatres and Codeblack Entertainment announced a multi-year partnership to exclusively release films at select AMC locations.

REVIEW: Underworld: Awakening

REVIEW: Underworld: Awakening

Jan 20, 2012

The Underworld franchise continues with this fourth film, bringing the action horror hybrid franchise into 3D for the first time.

Will The Oscars leave Hollywood?

Will The Oscars leave Hollywood?

Jan 16, 2012

The world's biggest film awards ceremony could move out of Hollywood in search of a bigger venue.

James Bond 007 actors and leading ladies reunion to celebrate 50th anniversary

James Bond 007 actors and leading ladies reunion to celebrate 50th anniversary

Jan 15, 2012

The six actors who have played James Bond on screen will come together at a lavish Hollywood party to celebrate the 50th birthday of the Bond franchise.

‘The Artist’ bags maximum Golden Globes (Roundup)

‘The Artist’ bags maximum Golden Globes (Roundup)

Jan 15, 2012

After leading the nomination pack for the 69th Golden Globe awards, "The Artist" emerged as the big winner at the extravaganza by winning three trophies. "The Descendants" followed close behind, with George Clooney taking the best actor gong for the movie.

Bandai to Stop Releasing New Anime DVD and Blu-Ray

Bandai to Stop Releasing New Anime DVD and Blu-Ray

Jan 3, 2012

North American distributor Bandai Entertainment will stop offering new DVD, Blu-ray and manga releases starting in February.

Michelle Yeoh speaks on playing Aung San Suu Kyi

Michelle Yeoh speaks on playing Aung San Suu Kyi

Dec 30, 2011

“When I saw the script I was really taken. Do you really want to go into the cinema for two hours of politics? No. You want to know the human drama.” - Michelle Yeoh

Celebrities slammed for doling out ‘silly science’

Celebrities slammed for doling out ‘silly science’

Dec 30, 2011

When celebrities try and solve health problems their contribution is, at best, questionable, according to a report.

ATTEND THE HOLLYWOOD PREMIERE of “JOYFUL NOISE”!

ATTEND THE HOLLYWOOD PREMIERE of “JOYFUL NOISE”!

Dec 30, 2011

Get one of our pair of passes to the Los Angeles premiere of this new gospel comedy film starring Queen Latifah, Keke Palmer and Dolly Parton!

Mystery that prompted Hitchcock to make ‘The Birds’ solved

Mystery that prompted Hitchcock to make ‘The Birds’ solved

Dec 28, 2011

Alfred Hitchcock’s thriller ‘The Birds’ was apparently inspired by a ‘strange’ real life event, which occurred two years before the release of one of the scariest films in history.

Another science fiction writer sues James Cameron for 2.5 billion dollars over ‘Avatar’ idea

Another science fiction writer sues James Cameron for 2.5 billion dollars over ‘Avatar’ idea

Dec 20, 2011

James Cameron has been sued again for allegedly stealing the concept of ‘Avatar’, and this time for more than 2 billion dollars.

TRAILER: THE DARK KNIGHT RISES

TRAILER: THE DARK KNIGHT RISES

Dec 20, 2011

"The Dark Knight Rises" is the epic conclusion to filmmaker Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy.

REVIEW: MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 4

REVIEW: MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 4

Dec 19, 2011

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TRAILER: THINK LIKE A MAN

TRAILER: THINK LIKE A MAN

Dec 14, 2011

The big screen adaptation of the best selling Steve Harvey Book is due in theaters Spring 2012.

Dee Rees’ “Pariah” Leads “Black Reel Awards” Nominations Field

Dee Rees’ “Pariah” Leads “Black Reel Awards” Nominations Field

Dec 14, 2011

Award season continues as The Help, Jumping the Broom, Mooz-Lum, and Shame all land multiple film nominations. Fishburne, Boyega, Spencer, Oduye, Wayans, DuVernay and McQueen all secure multiple nods!

AAFCA PICKS “TREE OF LIFE” AS TOP FILM OF 2011

AAFCA PICKS “TREE OF LIFE” AS TOP FILM OF 2011

Dec 12, 2011

Announced today, the winners of the 2011 Awards, including "Terrence Malick's "Tree Of Life" as Best Picture. The organization’s Top Ten list of films includes “The Descendants,” “Drive,” “My Week With Marilyn” and “The Help.”

TRAILER: MEN IN BLACK 3

TRAILER: MEN IN BLACK 3

Dec 12, 2011

Finally, the trailer for the upcoming Men In Black sequel starring Will Smith! Can this one live up to the hype and survive the long wait? See for yourself!

KINYARWANDA – in select theaters today!

KINYARWANDA – in select theaters  today!

Dec 2, 2011

Salli Richardson-Whitfield has recorded a special message about Alrick Brown's "Kinyarwanda", in theaters today!

Hollywood Pioneer Stanley G. Robertson dies

Hollywood Pioneer Stanley G. Robertson dies

Dec 2, 2011

Robertson Shattered Glass Ceilings as a Television and Film Executive

Michael Jackson’s tour rehearsal film fails to sell

Michael Jackson’s tour rehearsal film fails to sell

Nov 29, 2011

Michael Jackson's never-before-seen concert footage that was valued at 6.4 million dollars, has failed to sell at auction.