Africans nominated in the 41st NAACP Image Awards
The NAACP Image awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in the arts (motion picture, television, recording, and literature), as well as those
individuals or groups who promote social justice through their creative endeavors.
Victor Sila
Chiwetel Ejiofor is Back In the Post-Apocalyptic Film 2012
British actor, Chiwetel Ejiofor is back in the post-apocalyptic film, 2012.
Ejiofor’s resume continues to grow, as he has appeared in such films as Amistad, Dirty Pretty Things, Inside Man, and American Gangster. His most recent film, 2012, has him in the role of Adrian Helmsley, a scientific advisor to the President (played by Danny Glover). 2012, according to the Mayan calendar signifies a major change on Earth; a change that many have interpreted to be the end of the world. “Never before has a date in history been so significant to so many cultures, so many religions, scientists, and governments. A global cataclysm brings an end to the world and tells of the heroic struggle of the survivors.” » Read more…
Celebrity Sightings
The 2009 Los Angeles Film Festival brought out some great talent including Jean-Marie Teno, the Cameroonian director who was screening his film, Sacred Places. Jonathan Amayo from Mode-HQ was on hand to answer technical questions during the Tech Talk segment of the festival. TV personality, Sal Masekela showed his support for musician Bill Withers during his performance with his wife, Kori.
Nollywood is making its mark in Hollywood with movies highlighting the making of Nollywood movies, and programs that celebrate the industry. Samir Malla, Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen and Ben Addelman were in a photoshoot for Nollywood Babylon at the Sundance. » Read more…
Weekend Buzz
Joy Denalane was at the Echo 2009 awards and Alek Wek was at the London Fashion week doing her thing (looking fabulous as always) in MOMO wear. Jourdan Dunn also modeled the MOMO line.
Former Botswana President, Festus Mogae, and designer Ozwald Boateng showed up to support Julianne Moore’s Diamonds in Africa cause. An Obama artist brought Damon Dash and his son out to party, and Idris Elba supported an AIDS cause.
Chiwetel Ejiofor Picks Up a Monarch’s Award
Earlier in the year we noted that Chiwetel Ejiofor, one of the most versatile and talented actors out there, picked up an OBE award for his contribution to theater. The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is a British order of chivalry established on 4 June 1917 by King George V. The Order includes five classes in civil and military divisions; in decreasing order of seniority, these are:
* Knight Grand Cross (GBE) or Dame Grand Cross (GBE)
* Knight Commander (KBE) or Dame Commander (DBE)
* Commander (CBE)
* Officer (OBE)
* Member (MBE)
Ejiofor has been in several movies including American Gangster, Love Actually, Amistad, Kinky Boots, Red Dust, Talk To Me, and Children of Men, to name a few. » Read more…
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof Features Thandie Newton and Chiwetel Ojiofor
Thandie Newton and Chiwetel Ejiofor are set to play the parts of Maggie the Cat and Brick, respectively, in the wildly popular Broadway show, ‘Cat On A Hot Tin Roof‘.
Chiwetel Ejiofor up for Prestigous Theater Award
Chiwetel Ejiofor’s strong acting ability continues to get recognized around the world. He is currently in contention for the London Evening Standard Theater Award actor trophy.
This is My Africa
What do Chiwetel Ejiofor, Colin Firth (he lived in Nigeria as a little boy), Yinka Shonibare, and Paul Boateng, have in common? They are all part of a movie that focuses on African culture and what it means to them. Zina Saro-Wiwa (daughter of Ken Saro-Wiwa), a presenter for BBC and Radio 4 also serves as adviser to both British Council’s Music Unit, and The Africa Center in London, explores the perceptions of 20 people, black and white, the African continent (interestingly, she also performs under the pseudonym, Copperqueen). » Read more…
RedBelt
There are many movies coming out soon but the one that has me really chomping at the bit is the movie, Redbelt. This movie, directed by David Mamet (House of Games, The Spanish Prisoner) is the story of Mike Terry (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a Jiu-Jitsu teacher who has always practiced his martial arts with a code of honor. His life takes a turn due to a series of events that force him to fight to defend his honor and save his school. » Read more…
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