Joaquin Phoenix has been racking up awards this season for his stunning portrayal of the ‘Joker’ in the blockbuster movie of the same name.

And while his winning streak proved no different tonight at the UK’s BAFTA Awards (the country’s equivalent of the Oscars), his speech hit quite a unique note.

For, in picking up the honor for Best Actor, he seized the moment to address the pressing issue in the room. That issue being a lack of diversity.

Leading up to the ceremony, even BAFTA organisers lamented the glaring omission of people of colour put forth by nominations committee, the domination of Caucasian males in key categories, and the total absence of females in the Best Director shortlist.

So problematic were the noms that an internal inquiry is being launched with a view to implement change ahead of next year.

Lighting a match under that cause, Phoenix did not hold back with the demand for change. He specifically stressed the need to dismantle “systematic racism” and even identified himself and his privilege as part of the problem. Intimating that it thus rendered him and others in the room key to establishing a solution.

Watch his powerful speech below…

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Kenya Moore is working hard to promote the latest season of ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta’ and made her way to ‘The Real’ to give fans insight into the series and its changing dynamics.

One of the hottest topics? Her unfortunate feud with the show’s leading lady Nene Leakes and why she feels she would benefit from some time away from the show.

Will you agree with Moore’s thoughts and feelings?

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Terry Crews surprised fans when he seemed to claim that Gabrielle Union was over exaggerating when she accused ‘America’s Got Talent’ producers of racism.

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Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to celebrate the best of TV and Film.

Today, we revisit Will Smith‘s ‘Six Degrees of Separation.’

In it, Smith portrays an ambitious social climber determined to make a name for himself in a world fuelled by pomp, power and pageantry.

Scandal ensues when employs some devious tricks to get his wish.

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Buckle up for another big screen blockbuster because the ‘Fast & Furious’ is back for its 9th round.

Set to premiere May 22nd 2020, the flick arrives on the wheels of ‘Fast & Furious 8,’ which bulldozed box office records upon its release in 2016

Much to the delight of fans, the film reunites favourites Vin Diesel, Ludacris, Tyrese, Michelle Rodriguez, and Charlize Theron – whose character arrived in its preceding release.

And while Dwayne Johnson is sitting this one out (having established the Hobbs & Shaw spin-off franchise), fellow WWE superstar John Cena joins in a role that will have jaws on the floor.

With tall expectations, will this latest instalment race the competition? Watch the explosive first trailer below and let us know…

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Breathtakingly beautiful, ‘Queen & Slim’ takes the audience on electrifying ride, making for a cinematic journey that is immersive, engaging, educational, and resonating in equal measure.

Today brings with it the film’s UK release, but before its arrival That Grape Juice sat down with its lead stars Daniel Kaluuya and newcomer Jodie Turner-Smith to discuss the movie and its global impact.

Watch above as the dynamic pair open up to Samuel Eni about the importance of the Lena Waithe and Melina Matsoukas production – one Kaluuya tells us is a “window into the Black perspective.”

‘Queen & Slim’ is in UK cinemas now.

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‘Queen & Slim’ has been resonating with audiences worldwide, thanks largely to its powerful performances and incredible storytelling of the Black experience.

Ahead of the film’s UK release, That Grape Juice sat down with the title’s writer and director – Lena Waithe and Melina Matsoukas – to discuss its importance and much more.

During the candid conversation, the pair also opened up about the Oscars controversy that saw no female directors nominated.

Matsoukas also discussed working with “sister for life” Beyonce.

Watch the insightful interview with Samuel Eni above.

‘Queen & Slim,’ which stars Daniel Kaluuya and Jodie Turner-Smith in the title roles, is in UK cinemas now.

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With the world still processing the fatal helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant, 13-year-old daughter Gigi, and seven others, the NBA legend’s wife Vanessa Bryant has broken her silence.

Her words below…

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Kevin Hart and Jason Statham are combining creative forces to build an action-comedy!

Full story below…

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Aaron Hernandez’s life was examined in detail in a shocking Netflix documentary named ‘Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez’. Stunned by most of its revelations? His life partner. Full story below… (more…)

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and will be bringing with it ‘The Photograph’ – starring Issa Rae and LaKeith Stanfield.

The movie unpacks a multi-layered love story, one which centers on forgiveness and finding the courage to seek the truth, regardless of where it leads.

It takes its title from a mysterious photograph Mae Morton (played by Rae) finds in her deceased mother’s belongings. That discovery uniquely aligns her path with rising journalist Michael Block (Stanfield) and ignites quite the narrative.

Before its February 14th release, check out the extended trailer for the film (which Rae is co-producing with Will Packer) after the jump…

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Beyonce‘s Adidas x Ivy Park line may be sold out worldwide, but one person not missing any kit is Kim Kardashian. 

The reality staple took to social media to flaunt her gift box – which, at time of writing, we can’t confirm was from Queen Bey or sponsors.

Whatever the case, there’s no denying KKW certainly looks great.

And with her vast reach, we’ll file this one under “the more the…merrier.”

Peep more after the jump…

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