Abbas Abu al-Dahab calls his wife Karima after giving birth to three daughters because he dreams of the child who will inherit his work and manage it after him. He will marry another woman called Gamalat. When the father gets sick, the father finds all the help of his daughters.
Ben Affleck leads The Way Back, a seemingly cathartic film for him after the actor’s recent bouts with alcoholism and rehab. He plays Jack, a man fighting his own battles who happens upon coaching a boys’ basketball team, the same team he once played for back in high school.
The history of Hollywood is as ugly as it is beautiful. Most notably absent from Hollywood history are Black-produced films. “They’ve Gotta Have Us” explores the rise of Black cinema.
So with the recent (rightful) public apologies to Britney from comedians and media for trashing her image in the 2000s, perhaps some people should also give Crossroads the fair chance it deserves. It won't be everyone's cup of tea, and that is fine. Personally, I will take my girl Britney and her movie, over the next testosterone "Dude Flick" any day.
Coverage from the Austin Film Festival, highlighting some panels and films that emphasized the importance of diverse and inclusive storytelling.
Being made after the death of Chadwick Boseman will be a hard but exciting ride for this Marvel entry.
Emily and Stephanie are back... just add gin and drama.
