The Hollywood Reporter’s  Drama Actresses Roundtable returned today and brought with it an insightful conversation led by Danai Gurira, Michelle Williams, Christine Baranski, Patricia Arquette, Niecy Nash and Emilia Clark.

The incredibly talented woman star in some of the year’s most impactful releases and sat down to share their thoughts, feelings and ideas on Hollywood, preparing for roles and much more.

Got an hour and a few to spare?

Watch below…

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July 19th marks the spot for Disney’s latest telling of the ‘Lion King’ story.

Today, the company unveiled its official cast portrait to celebrate its all-star cast which is made up of Donald Glover, Beyonce,  Seth Rogen, Alfre Woodard, James Earl Jones and Florence Kasumba!

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Angelina Jolie is back on the big screen with a surefire blockbuster, ‘Maleficent: Mistress Of Evil.’

The colossal production, due in theaters on October 18th, adds a new layered chapter to one of Disney’s most notable villains. One, it seems, may be misunderstood.

This instalment picks up several years after ‘Maleficent’ and continues to explore her complex relationship with Princess Aurora. It also sees new alliances formed and boasts a number of surprising twists and turns.

With the 2014 original generating a gargantuan $760 million at the global box office, anticipation is sky high for its follow-up.

Check out the first look trailer of the flick (directed by Joachim Rønning) below…

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We are not ready or worthy for the assembly of Black female Hollywood royalty that lines the first season of HBO’s forthcoming comedy, ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show.’

Executive produced by Robin Thede and Issa Rae, the show – which stars Thede, Ashley Nicole Black, Gabrielle Dennis and Quinta Brunson as series regulars – calls on a jaw-dropping list of guest stars to help bring the funny including Angela Bassett, Tia Mowry, Lena Waithe, Patti LaBelle, Amber Riley, Loretta Divine, Marsai Martin, Khandi Alexander, Kelly Rowland, and, of course, Rae (among many others).

Blasting onto screens August 2nd, get your first taste of what these ladies have to offer inside:

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Cameron Boyce has gone home.

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Less than two weeks ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of the Donald Glover & Beyonce-led live action remake of Disney classic ‘The Lion King,’ the trailer for the newest adaptation of ‘Mulan’ comes roaring onto the Net.

The latest Disney princess to see her story spun to live form, ‘Mulan’ – set to hit theaters March 27, 2020 – will revamp and retell the story of a young Chinese woman who disguises herself as a man in order to join the military to defend her country and family’s honor. Chinese actress Liu Yifei stars as the film’s champion and leads a reportedly diverse cast of actors.

See the dynamite trailer inside:

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‘Power’ fans rejoice!

Just a month after announcing the flagship series of the STARZ network would be cancelled after its season 6, its executive producer – rapper 50 Cent – sent fans into a frenzy when he revealed the decision to end the show was reversed (click here to read more)

Now, to amp excitement for its return even more, the network’s official Youtube handle has unveiled the explosive trailer for the new season.  Answering questions about the fate of ‘Angela’ (Lela Loren), the strained relationship between ‘Tommy’ (Joseph Sikora) and ‘Ghost’ (Omari Hardwick), and so much more, season 6 looks to be the series’ most explosive yet.

Ahead of its Sunday, August 25th return to TV, look inside to whet your appetite:

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Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original carved out to celebrate TV and Film’s fascinating past.

Today, we revisit the Thriller ‘Cover.’

In it, a woman finds herself in a sticky situation when she is accused of murder and is targeted by a hot-headed detective determined to ensure that she goes down for the crime.

It isn’t long before the audience discovers that nothing is ever as it seems.

A tale of love, lies and betrayal below….

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Fans of FOX’s ‘Star’ were absolutely devastated in early May 2019 when it was announced the beloved series was cancelled after its third season.

Spurring a #SaveStar petition and campaign by its devoted viewers, the movement was an attempt to get other networks – including streaming services like Hulu and Netflix – to pick up the show to bring its story to the close it deserved.  Just a month ago its director, Lee Daniels, confirmed he was hard at work to expedite the campaign’s process with hopes of finding ‘Star’ a new home (click here to read more).

Fast forward to today, Daniels confirmed his valiant efforts were futile.  But, while the show has not been promised a new season, fans can rejoice at news it will come back…in the form of a 2 hour movie!  Details inside:

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Kamala Harris isn’t afraid of Donald J. Trump and wants him to know it.

Now riding high on the polls after outing Joe Biden’s chequered history with race during the first Presidential debate, Harris now has her sights set on Trump and has revealed that she is gearing up to prosecute him for his predatory crimes.

Her words below…

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‘Greenleaf’ is back!  Well…almost.

Spinning back into dramatic action on Tuesday. September 3, the hit TV show returns for a fourth season with help from Beau Bridges and the party of actors who have soared in the show during its first three seasons!

What viewers can expect from the next season? A puzzle made up of lies, lust and the exploitation of church-goers, pieced together by storylines that will stun, shock and startle.

You’re not convinced?  Don’t take our word for it.  Look inside:

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Disney has officially found its Ariel for the hotly anticipated live-action remake of the ‘Little Mermaid.’ Her name? Halle Bailey from Grammy nominated sister group Chloe X Halle. 

Fully story below…

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