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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With the world on the edge of its seat for the arrival of ‘The Lion King’ on July 19th, Disney have given a detailed glimpse into the making of the surefire blockbuster.

In a brand new featurette, viewers are welcomed into the creation process of the Jon Favreau production – both theatrically and musically.

The lush world ‘The Jungle Book’ director created for the film is paired with a look into the recording of its highly anticipated soundtrack; a colossal compilation (due July 11th) which’ll feature contributions from stars Beyonce and Donald Glover as well as production from Hans Zimmer, Pharrell Williams, Lebo M, Tim Rice, and Elton John. 

So, what are you waiting for? Journey into the world of ‘The Lion King’ ahead of its big screen debut below…

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Taye Diggs feels Jussie Smollett has suffered enough and believes he should be allowed to return to ‘Empire.’

Jussie is accused of telling the general public that he was the victim of a racist attack even though he knew isn’t was true with hopes doing so would elevate his status within the world of celebrity.

Now, after watching the Chicago PD humiliated him by releasing private information lifted from his devices, he has learned that he has found a supporter in Taye.

Full story below…

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Cyntoia Brown‘s story is to make its way to Netflix.

Positive news for the brave young woman below…

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After shaking the box office with a global gross of over 1 billion dollars, the ‘Jumanji’ reboot is back.

Officially christened ‘Jumanji: The Next Level,’ the flick – which stars Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Kevin Hart – reunites familiar faces. But this time, the game has changed.

Upon their return, the players note that everything has changed and they’re tasked with veering into the unknown and overcome an array of obstacles on their way out.

Ahead of its December 13th premiere, check out the first look trailer of the movie (directed by Jack Kasdan) below…

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Melissa McCarthy isn’t the only star in the running to play Ursula in the new ‘Little Mermaid‘ movie.

Details below…

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The people have spoken….and the name on their lips is Tituss Burgess.

Full story below…

Tituss is the Ursula we need and deserve.

— Therese Rook (@ThereseCrews) June 29, 2019

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Welcome to Retro Rewind, the TGJ original feature carved out to celebrate TV and Film’s most iconic moments.

Today, we honour Esther Brown, Woody Strode and their contributions to the 1956 movie ‘The Ten Commandments‘, a movie designed to tell the story of Moses, the Prince of Egypt.

Woody was an elite athlete and WW2 soldier and found fame in Hollywood after the producer Walter Mirisch saw him wrestling and asked him to play in the 1951 movie ‘The Lion Hunters.’ 

He was then cast in the aforementioned ‘Commandments’ five years later and performed alongside Ms. Brown.

Ready to revisit their magic.

Watch below…

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