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Movie Trailer: From Wikipedia The Social Network is an upcoming 2010 drama film directed by David Fincher about the founding of the social networking website Facebook. The film features an ensemble cast which consists of Jesse Eisenberg, Andrew Garfield, Justin Timberlake, Brenda Song, Rashida Jones, Max Minghella, Rooney Mara, Malese Jow, and Joseph Mazzello.

The 14th annual American Black Film Festival wrapped up Sunday, with a community showing of its centerpiece film, "Stomp the Yard: Homecoming."

From CNN: When director Ivan Dixon and writer Sam Greenlee were trying to get the politically charged African-American film “The Spook Who Sat by the Door” made in the early 1970s, they faced major challenges in securing funding.

Ok, I’m sure you probably figured out by now that the main picture of Jennifer Hudson and Nelson Mendela is a fake promotional image! On a good note, with recent talks of the making of the Winnie Mandela biographical film (bio-pic) played by Jennifer Hudson, I wonder whether the film would measure-up to some of […]

From CNN: There was a time when if a white actor or actress was cast in the role of a character of color, there was very little outcry.

From Newsweek: All of us, together, with a few simple keystrokes and mouse clicks, can make things happen.

From the LA Times: Tyler Perry is doing just fine without 3-D, thank you.

In this clip from the NewsOne/DV Republic-sponsored debate about the film “Precious,” NYU film professor Sheril Antonio explains her reservations about the effect the movie has on the image of the Black family, in particular Black women and mothers.

In honor of the 82nd annual Academy Awards ceremony this Sunday, here’s a look back at all the Black actresses and actors who have won or been nominated for Oscars. RELATED STORIES OPINION: Should Black Folks Celebrate If “Precious” Wins An Oscar? OPINION: 10 Biggest Black Snubs at the Oscars