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Caribben Film Series at BAM March 14-17

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Caribbean cinema is at a highpoint critically and artistically, in the ways its filmmakers thrill, entertain, and inform audiences globally. The new four-day festival here at BAM, not only marks the five-year anniversary of the Caribbean Film Series, but also provides an unparalleled platform to reflect on the Caribbean and its diasporic experiences, in new and unconventional … [Read more...] about Caribben Film Series at BAM March 14-17

Netflix’s ReMastered on Bob Marley Assassination Attempt

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The first track of the ReMastered series investigates who is responsible for the shooting of legendary musician Bob Marley. Watch Who Shot the Sheriff, exclusively on Netflix October 12th. The docuseries explores the political climate in Jamaica as well as events leading up to and after Bob Marley's assassination attempt. A Netflix’s Original Documentary Series, ReMastered, … [Read more...] about Netflix’s ReMastered on Bob Marley Assassination Attempt

Idris Elba Directs: Yardie (Movie Trailer)

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Idris Elba is adding director to his resume with his new movie Yardie. The movie is based on the novel Yardie written by Victor Headley in 1992 about a Jamaica cocaine courier in the U.K. The film premiered at Sundance Film Festival and was well received in 2017. It's premiering in London, with other dates worldwide in 2018. https://youtu.be/qItW6evHbE8   … [Read more...] about Idris Elba Directs: Yardie (Movie Trailer)

Roxanne Roxanne on Netflix! Roxanne Shante’s Biopic Trailer

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Roxanne Shante is arguable one of the most influential female rappers. Her story hasn't been told, until now. Netflix will premiere her biopic, Roxanne Roxanne, during Women's History Month (3/23/18). The film stars new comer, Chante Adams, who play Roxanne, Nia Long, who plays Roxanne's mom and Mahershala Ali. In the early 1980s, the most feared battle MC in Queens, New York, … [Read more...] about Roxanne Roxanne on Netflix! Roxanne Shante’s Biopic Trailer