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A lot of actors say they have more fun playing the bad guy. But what happens when the bad guy they’re portraying actually has a point and their actions are just misunderstood? Read more…
Scar, Elphaba and Other Black ‘Villains’ Who Were Misunderstood Read More »
As 2024 nears its end, we can’t help but look back at some of the best cinematic moments of the year. Whether it was watching legendary actor don a dress, some rings, and “go crazy” or another talented actress defy gravity on the big screen—audiences had more than their share of satisfying films to keep
‘Gladiator II,’ ‘Wicked’ and Other Best Black Films of 2024 Read More »
“Wicked” has been a global phenomenon, racking up a worldwide box office of $469 million. In addition to delighting fans with its stellar performances and musical numbers, it’s also put the spotlight back on the musical genre. If your trips to Oz are already in the double digits, we can help you pace yourself by…
If You Loved ‘Wicked,’ Here Are Other Black Movie Musicals to Check Out Read More »
As “Wicked,” starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, continues to fly to the top of the box office, there’s a lot of positive chatter about the film and their respective characters. But there’s one element of their dynamic that keeps getting overlooked that it’s time for us to talk about. — Shanelle Genai Read more…
The highly anticipated Wicked movie directed by Jon M. Chu has taken the box office by storm, setting an historic record for Broadway musical adaptations. Based on the 2003 Broadway sensation with music by Stephen Schwartz and a book by Winnie Holzman, itself adapted from Gregory Maguire’s 1995 novel, Wicked explores the untold story of
Wicked Flies Past Grease to Become the Top Broadway Musical at the Box Office Read More »
Cynthia Erivo, the Tony Award-winning actress, is having quite the moment, receiving significant praise as the rollout of Wicked continues, and she perhaps has received the greatest compliments and support from her long-rumored partner, Lena Waithe. The TV creator, actress and writer took to social media with posts… Read more…
Are Cynthia Erivo, Lena Waithe A Couple? Here’s The Tea Read More »
“Wicked’s” huge box office success has made the film a bonafide phenomenon. The movie currently has a worldwide gross of $162 million and is receiving awards buzz for its two stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Producers previously announced they will be submitting Cynthia Erivo as lead actress and Ariana Grande… Read more…
“Glicked” — the simultaneous release of “Wicked” and “Gladiator II” — was likely to usher fans of both franchises to cinemas. But just how profoundly both films dominated the box office this past weekend demonstrates the power of Black-led Hollywood tentpole films. Read more…
Damn! Black-Lead Actors Dominated the Weekend Box Office And Broke All Kinds of Records Read More »
The beguiling rendering of the popular Broadway musical Wicked danced into theaters this weekend, leaving audiences spellbound and records well and truly smashed. With Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo starring, the movie took in an estimated $114 million in U.S. and Canadian ticket sales, distributor Universal Pictures said Sunday. Along with $50.2 million from international
Elphaba and Glinda Lead “Wicked” to a Record-Breaking $164.2M Global Debut Read More »
In the lead up to “Wicked: Part One’s” release, the film’s stars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, have traveled the world promoting the movie. The close bond they developed during the film’s production has been evident in the overabundance of affection they’ve shown each other during the “Wicked” press tour. Read more…
