Film
The Judge (Trailer)
June 23, 2014
Woooo! “The Judge” going to be a SMASH for all kinds of awards and acclaim! I hope moviegoers can take a movie, with lots of heart, that shows Robert Downey Jr. acting without an Iron Man suit on.
[Big city attorney] Hank Palmer (Robert Downey Jr.) returns to his childhood home where his estranged father, the town’s judge (Robert Duvall), is suspected of murder. He sets out to discover the truth and along the way reconnects with the family he walked away from years before.
Just look at the cast rundown at the end of the trailer. The story of dad’s-in-trouble-but-he-don’t-want-your-DAMN-help-but-you-gotta-help should be enough. But I know that that cast WILL deliver the goods in dramatic fashion. We get this would-be masterpiece in theaters October 2014.
– @ojones1
Divided Time (Documentary Preview Trailer)
June 19, 2014
A sneak peak at the latest from Atlanta filmmaker W. Feagins Jr.? Um yeah, gotta check for that ASAP. And now…you get your peak!
“Divided Time” explores how several Hip-Hop artists attempt to find a balance between the responsibilities of fatherhood and the demands of pursuing their dreams.
Also noted some buzz around the Interwebs about the Feagins film “Underexposed” (we posted on it here). A screening at Philly’s Black Star Film Festival. Nice!
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Adult Rappers: The Neverending Saga Of Age And Relevance (Trailer)
June 16, 2014
Just had a Father’s Day. For all you Dads (and grinders that know a Dad), here’s the line you know you must walk. You can be into doing your thing, but not so much that it takes you away from fulfilling your responsibilities (like caring for your family and such). Here is a film that relates to those who live walking that line in their Hip-Hop grind.
These frames are the opening credits/titles…doubling as a trailer for the film. Keep your eyes out for the whole shebang. Looks interesting. Shout out to Bad Magics for putting such dopeness on my radar once again!
– @ojones1
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Bad Rap (Documentary Trailer)
June 9, 2014
Shout to OKPlayer for sharing this innovative original effort – “Bad Rap” – about Asian-Americans’ foray into Hip-Hop.
This is a feature documentary about the obstacles and successes of Asian-American rappers, their history, and four friends coming up in the game.
You can help make this movie happen by contributing to the IndieGoGo drive here. They are doing well (over 80% funded) so far, but would certainly appreciate your support.
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Koch Brothers Exposed (Documentary)
June 5, 2014
David and Charles Koch (pronounced like ‘Coke’), the oil industry’s billionaire brothers that pretty much powered the Tea Party Movement and the recent emergence of the Republican Party’s ‘return to true Conservatism.’ You’d think that most Republicans would position themselves in the ‘it is what it is’ or say ‘I approve this message’ camps. Most do. But viewer-supported news network says “Koch Brothers Exposed” is “The Chilling New Documentary Republicans Don’t Want You to See.” So [per Democracy Now], at least some Republicans would prefer to not be linked to the Kochs. And those would certainly not want a film evidencing the Kochs’ influence (and naming politicians who are being ‘influenced’) to come out. Congressperson Candice Miller (Republican Representative from Michigan) tried to block an unveiling event for the documentary at the U.S. Capitol, claiming it could violate House rules (being debuted at taxpayer-funded facilities) and “cross the line into partisan politics.”
The documentary shows how the Koch brothers have used their vast fortunes to oppose government programs such as Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security, as well as obstruct efforts to raise the minimum wage, tackle climate change and expand voting rights. Democracy Now talks to the film’s director, Robert Greenwald, founder and president of Brave New Films, in its writeup (linked below). The full original release is embedded above.
Deep. Check it out. And considering that the film, and Democracy Now, are fighting the rich and powerful to bring real issues and news to light… maybe consider donating to the cause and/or getting some friends together to watch, discuss, and empower yourselves.
READ/DONATE: THE DOCUMENTARY REPUBLICANS DON’T WANT YOU TO SEE (DEMOCRACY NOW)
Get On Up (James Brown’s Biopic) [Movie Trailer #2]
June 2, 2014
Chadwick Boseman plays Godfather Of Soul, Mr. Hardworking, James Brown in the biopic coming to theaters August 1, 2014 (JB from Augusta…August…okay). You may have seen the first trailer we posted (it’s here), but this one cuts a bit deeper; more vulnerable. “Get On Up” co-stars include the likes of Dan Aykroyd, Octavia Spencer, Viola Davis, Jill Scott, and Craig Robinson.
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The Equalizer (Starring Denzel Washington) [Movie Trailer]
May 27, 2014
“You didn’t take out five pimps. You took out the east coast half of the Russian mafia.”
Uh ohhhh, sounds like we’re capping the summer with some incredible gratuitous violence. Awesome! “The Equalizer” stars Denzel Washington… back in his “Man on Fire” mode! Can already tell this flick is going to be epic!! Two wrongs don’t make a right. They make a right-left combo backed up with lots of gunfire and action sequences. Warning: Extreme dopeness. Remember we told you.
Madlib – “Cue 06” (Instrumental)
May 26, 2014
“Cue 06” (by Madlib) is a tasty cut off the original soundtrack to the “Our Vinyl Weighs a Ton” Stones Throw Records documentary (out now on DVD & Blu-Ray with CD soundtrack). The official release for the 10-track soundtrack is set for July 2014 (according to the label’s website).
CUE 06 (BY MADLIB) | OUR VINYL WEIGHS A TON (STONES THROW RECORDS DOCUMENTARY)
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Transformers: Age of Extinction (Second Trailer)
May 16, 2014
The 2nd theatrical trailer for the new Transformers movie teases everything you’re expecting by now… explosions, running, screaming… pretty girl running from explosions and screaming… Mark Wahlberg running from explosions and screaming… and bad azz robo-squabbles. Michael Bay film fan or not, this trailer will draw you in… especially since they have Optimus Prime RIDING A DINOBOT! In theaters June 27th
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Finding Fela (Mini-Documentary)
May 15, 2014
Shout and respect to OKPlayer for posting on this gem first! “Finding Fela” is Alex Gibney‘s chronicling of the life and legend of foundational Afrobeat icon Fela Kuti. After a successful showing at the 2014 Sundance Festival, “Fela” is taking its show across the U.S. There’s behind-the-scenes OkayAfrica footage of “Finding Fela” in the above video; as well screening dates and venues, after the jump. Check it above.
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Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (Official Trailer)
May 10, 2014
The new “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” trailer isn’t monkeying around!
A growing nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier. They reach a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived, as both sides are brought to the brink of a war that will determine who will emerge as Earth’s dominant species.
– 20th Century FOX
In theaters July 11, 2014, this sequel will NOT disappoint. WOW!!!
Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater Keeps His ‘Promise To Rose’ (Documentary)
May 8, 2014
After the jump… couldn’t resist.
I’m buying moms a house. The mantra of every youngster man who makes it to the NFL. Suffice it to say that college football standout Teddy Bridgewater is among those ‘made men’ about to cash out and repay mom. But he promised mom a different gift as a kid: a pink Cadillac. Sure, being momma is enough to warrant a car, if you get to the NFL. Surviving cancer though; Teddy throws a pink caddy Escalade on the pile already…before the NFL draft! Jackpot, Momma Rose. Great story, documented visually by Spike Lee.
When Teddy Bridgewater was in the 3rd grade he promised his mother, Rose, he’d get her a Pink Cadillac Escalade when he became a professional football player. After a lot of tears and hard work, Teddy made good on his promise.
READ: BRIDGEWATER GIVES CANCER-SURVIVING MOM A PINK CADILLAC ESCALADE
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Comedy: Hard Time (Short Film)
May 2, 2014
Fellas. This is hella funny… just don’t know if you want to show it to “her” (especially if you are currently happily married). Anymore talk, and I’d spoil it. Just watch… and celebrate 10 years with this couple.
Iverson (Documentary Trailer)
May 1, 2014
Allen Iverson was more than a ‘thugged out’ pro basketball player. The impact he had on sports, fashion, commercial advertising, Hip-Hop… Dude was a cultural icon. True ‘The Answer’ was hated on as often as he was lauded; but you had to (at least) respect his game. And you know you remember when he became that dude (hint: search ‘Iverson crosses Jordan‘). Yup, jooked Michael out of his Jordans!
And then… there is the rest… Well, a documentary film about AI debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival, giving viewers a more holistic look at [what at least some will say is] a misunderstood sports celeb. Check out the trailer above.
The Rise and Rise of Bitcoin (Documentary Trailer)
April 23, 2014
“The Rise and Rise of Bitcoin,” a documentary that chronicles the Bitcoin digital currency, debuts Wednesday at the Tribeca Film Festival.
“The film tells the story of Bitcoin, a revolutionary technology that’s changing the game of how money works. It takes you on a journey of how it all started and how it boomed, and highlights some of the early entrepreneurs and enthusiasts in the space that helped paved the way.â€
– Nicholas Mross, Director
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Want To Help “The Legend of Swee’ Pea” Documentary Get Published? Here’s How (Video)
April 17, 2014
“People thought I was gonna die at 18 years old…”
– Lloyd “Swee’ Pea” Daniels
Lloyd “Swee’ Pea” Daniels is a basketball park legend!
– Pretty much everyone in the clip
Funding for a street baller who made it through hard times, drug charges, getting shot… and eventually into the NBA is storyboard life that screams documentary, right? Well, filmmaker Benjamin May is trying, but without an income stream the movie’s scream will fade away unanswered. The bright side is that the Kickstarter campaign is 60% funded; well over halfway, though not in the home stretch. You can help push it to completion with as little as a dollar and a web share.
Watch the clip above, and see what you are getting for your money. The film promises a look behind the legend label to expose the humanity of the man in telling the story of the basketball prodigy. Contribute at the Kickstarter link below. You can watch a message from May there, too.
LEARN MORE AND SUPPORT: THE LEGEND OF SWEE’ PEA (KICKSTARTER)
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Nas – “Time Is Illmatic” (Documentary) [Trailer]
April 12, 2014
It has been 20 years since the release of Nas’ “Illmatic.” Remember when we told you the “Illmatic XX” drops April 15, 2014? Well, a documentary on “Illmatic” and its impact – “Time Is Illmatic” – is debuting at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival’s opening night movie (April 16, 2014).
PRE-ORDER THE ALBUM: NAS – THE ILLMATIC XX (LINK)
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The Shadow League Gets Some Screen Time with Anthony Mackie Discussing His Role as ‘The Falcon’ In “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (Video)
April 5, 2014
The second, action-packed installment of the Captain America series, “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” stars Chris Evans (Captain America), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury) and Robert Redford (Alexander Pierce). In this exclusive video interview with The Shadow League, Anthony Mackie (playing Marvel’s first Black superhero, Falcon) discusses working with Jackson, Redford, and the tireless work and payoff that will come in simply seeing little boys dressed as Falcon for Halloween.
Updating the original comic book storyline of Falcon’s Harlem hustler roots, in this screen version Mackie is a standout DC soldier. Thirsty and hungry for something new, he finds himself pulled into Captain America’s cavalry while on the run from the super assassin, Winter Soldier.
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Anthony Mackie Speaks On ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ And More With Grantland (Video)
April 3, 2014
That’s right. Grantland Channel lands the interview with ‘Falcon’ off the ‘Captain America’ sequel hitting theaters tomorrow. Good convo.
Actor Anthony Mackie talks about his new life as a superhero and the perks of being in ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier.’ He also remembers long days on the set of ‘The Hurt Locker’ and talks about who he would partner with, were he to do ‘True Detective.’
– Grantland Channel
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Sex Tape (Trailer)
April 2, 2014
‘Siri, how do you perform CPR… on a dog?’
I literally laughed out loud to this film trailer…. Hahaaaa! This is the Red Band trailer for the comedy movie “Sex Tape” (starring Cameron Diaz and Jason Segel). Set to hit theater screens July 25, 2014.
