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John Amos, Legend

A Tribute to John Amos: A Legend in Film and Television

Reading Time: 4 minutesHollywood, CA The entertainment world recently lost one of its most cherished talents, John Amos, whose passing marks the end of an extraordinary chapter in television and film history. Best known for his iconic role as James Evans Sr. on Good Times and for his powerful portrayal of Kunta Kinte in the groundbreaking miniseries Roots, […]

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Opal Lee with creators of Block Party - Lisa Mathis, Krista Suh, and Matt Allen

‘Block Party’ Becoming a Juneteenth Tradition in Fort Worth

Reading Time: 2 minutesFort Worth, Texas–The Juneteenth Family Reunion Festival in Fort Worth, Texas, was a vibrant celebration of freedom and African American culture, running from June 14th to June 16th, 2024. This event was organized by Unity Unlimited Inc. and honored the impactful work of Dr. Opal Lee, affectionately known as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth.” A significant

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“Block Party” Takes Center Stage at the Juneteenth Family Reunion Festival In Texas

Reading Time: 2 minutesAs the Juneteenth Family Reunion Festival approaches, one film is generating significant buzz and becoming a must-watch for the holiday: “Block Party.” This vibrant comedy, released in 2022, perfectly captures the spirit of community and celebration that defines Juneteenth. Initially a small release, “Block Party” is now poised to become a Juneteenth classic, thanks in

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African American Comedy, “Block Party”, To Go Global with ElevenLabs and AI Dubbing

Reading Time: 2 minutesBy: Steve Smythe Hollywood, CA–For too long, the conventional wisdom among Hollywood executives has been that “Black movies don’t travel.” This “belief” has historically led to limited international releases for African American films, with studios hesitant to invest in the necessary localization through dubbing or closed captioning, citing high costs. However, the tide is turning

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