Will and Jaden Smith have teamed up to build a new movie.

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Viola Davis stars in and produces the drama ‘Custody’ for Lifetime this year, setting her sights on March 4th (tomorrow evening) for its release.

In it, Viola plays a judge thrown into a web of lies, abuse, poverty and deceit when she meets a young woman accused of harming her children.

What happens next must be seen to be believed?

Peep its trailer below…

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BET‘s ratings blockbuster ‘The New Edition Story’ wowed audiences Stateside – thanks largely to the stellar performances of its cast.

Currently across the pond to promoting the three-part TV event (which debuts TONIGHT at 9pm on BET UK), its talented stars sat down with That Grape Juice to discuss the film and their upcoming endeavours.

Speaking with TGJ’s Helen Haile, Luke James, Keith Powers, Elijah Kelley, Algee Smith, and Woody McClain also revealed that they have a new collaborative project  on the horizon.

Peep the interview above and EXCLUSIVE portraits below…

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Shemar Moore is to star in a new CBS drama following his departure from ‘Criminal Minds’.

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Despite steep competition, a slew of  historic nominations, and a snafu that saw acting legend Warren Beatty announce the wrong name for ‘Best Picture,’ the 89th annual Academy Awards are making history for another reason:  poor ratings.

In fact, the viewership for Sunday’s showing was so low, it comes as the lowest of the decade.  Details inside:

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‘Braxton Family Values’ is back for the continuation of its 5th season.

And the ladies of the soulful ensemble are bringing the drama.

Set to hit WE tv on March 16th, viewers will find Tamar plagued by rumors of marital issues with husband Vince (while ironically considering another baby).

Toni is loved up with Birdman and is finally ok with the world knowing; Towanda files for divorce from Andre and the aftermath turns all sorts of ugly.

Elsewhere, Trina is continuing to grow her business – with bumps and blows along the way. Literally. While Traci becomes a spokeswoman for a new line of vodka, is continuing to work on a solo album, and attempts to resolve past issues with sister Tamar.

Piqued your interest? Peep the newly unleashed supertrailer below…

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A court has pulled the plug on Tatyana Ali‘s quest to sue the thriving series ‘The Real.’

Full story below…

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Have you been in serious need of a Joseline Hernandez, Mimi Faust, Karlie Redd, or Rasheeda fix?

Well, if you’re like us, you answered that question with a very loud “yes.”

Thankfully, VH1 is revving up the ‘Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta’ promo for its highly anticipated season 6 premiere next week

Blasting onto televisions on March 6th at 8/7c, venture below to get your ratchet reality appetite at its wettest.

Because a new supertrailer has been unleashed and its one click away…

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As Viola Davis & Mahershala Ali‘s films, ‘Fences’ and ‘Moonlight’ respectively, were two of the year’s most Academy Award-nominated movies, fans of both took a deep sigh of relief when the works were honored by the voting committee for their groundbreaking performances.

The wins not only come for triumphs for people of color, many of whom have lashed out at the academy for reportedly limiting the types of roles African Americans are generally nominated for, but also for Davis & Ali who see their names penciled in history books as a result.

Curious to know why or how?  The answer inside:

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This is the moment ‘Moonlight’ maker Barry Jenkins discovered that his movie had earned the ‘Best Picture’ award at last night’s Oscars.

Why the shock?

The announcement of the movie’s win came after the cast and crew of the movie ‘La La Land’ made their way to the stage to collect the same award?

Who, what, where and why?

Worry not.

We’ve got you covered below…

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Shame and disgrace continues to befall industry insiders who have often argued that movies focused on characters of colour have little commercial value.

For, after watching ‘Hidden Figures’, ‘Moonlight‘ and ‘Fences‘ rock the box office, they have now learned that the African-American movie ‘Get Out’ has earned over $30 million…within two days.

Good news below…

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The credits are rolling on the 89th Annual Academy Awards, known more commonly as the 2017 Oscars.

Hailing from Hollywood, the night saw the year’s most notable releases honored for their multi-layered contributions to the world of film.

Like any memorable ceremony, it was the unscripted moments that made for the most resonating.

Case in point, the Best Picture gaffe which saw ‘La La Land’ announced the winner – only for it to be revealed a mistake and ‘Moonlight’ the actual recipient.

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