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The Lone Ranger

Johnny Depp has to be one of the best character actors of his generation. His ability to become diverse characters is uncanny. Remember Edward Scissorhands? He didn’t utter one word throughout the entire movie. His entire performance was communicated via physical expressions. … Continue reading

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Soul Brother’s Best of 2012 – Rhythm & Blues

2012 is a not so distant memory.  At this early time of the year, we are anticipating the upcoming new releases in music to come. For me, its time to review the previous year and figure out what were my best … Continue reading

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French Production Company Fined $46 Million for Failing to Distribute Spike Lee’s Miracle at St. Anna

It’s hard enough to make a film. To guide a vision and bring words to life on film is not an easy task. It is hard for any filmmaker, especially for a filmmaker of color. Miracle of St. Anna was … Continue reading

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Al B Back- Super Negro

Entertaining but listen for the underlying message Al is delivering. Brothers, we live this every day. By the way, THE MYTH IS TRUE. IT IS A REALITY!

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Sidney Poitier to Receive Award from Film Society of Lincoln Center

Congratulations to Sidney Poitier! A  great honor for a great man. Sidney Poitier to Receive Award from Film Society of Lincoln Center | EURweb.

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Discovery launching network for rich men

WTF? So guys, if you make less than 150k you don’t deserve programming targeted to you? This is some crazy ish! What about going back to the drawing board and just launch a network that would appeal to ALL MEN’S … Continue reading

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Nikki Giovanni- Balances

I discovered Nikki Giovanni in my freshman year at St. John’s. She opened my eyes further to the reality that surrounded me at that time and inspired me to interpret and understand it better. One of my favorite poems of … Continue reading

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Gwendolyn Brooks- Speech to the Young: Speech to the Progress-Toward

  Other than school, my primary influence in the realm of African-American literature was my mother. A passion I enjoy to this day. Today, I would like to share a favorite from Gwendolyn Brooks. This poem has a message that all of us … Continue reading

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City Helps Preserve Hip-Hop’s Humble Legacy in the Bronx

  I grew up in Sedgwick Houses in the Bronx. 1520 Sedgwick was right down the hill from me. I am proud that this building is being saved and renovated to help working class people have affordable housing as well as … Continue reading

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Kool Herc and 1520 Sedgwick

If you are not from New York or did not understand the significance of 1520 Sedgwick and Kool Herc in the lexicon of hip-hop here is a little background for ya!!

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