Mo’Nique won a best supporting actress Oscar back in 2010 for her memorable work in Lee Daniels’ affecting film, Precious. It was a major victory that gave the actress and former talk show host the confidence to finally navigate an industry that adheres to stringent rules and regulations that limit talents of color indefinitely.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, streaming giant, Netflix, is partnering with Moulin Rouge! director Baz Luhrmann to deliver a 13-episode hip-hop drama – The Get Down.
There is an interesting write up in The Hollywood Reporter that recognizes the success black films have been experiencing lately, and the observations are weighed heavily on their impressive box office numbers. The Best Man Holiday, is the latest film to reemphasize this trend, thanks to a solid opening this past week, and the numbers are only getting higher.
Oprah Winfrey has never been content observing from the sidelines. The self-made mogul has pretty much dominated every genre available and it looks like she has found the time to return to her cinematic roots.