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The African American Film Critics Association Awards returned to Beverly Wilshire on Wednesday to celebrate Black stories and diversity across cinema and the entertainment industry, honoring this year’s winners announced in December including its Best Picture winner Nickel Boys.

Founded in 2003, the Aafca is a Black critics organization that dedicates itself to covering film at large, emphasizing movies and TV showcasing the Black experience and/or written, directed, produced, or starring people from across the African diaspora.

“This has been a defining year for cinema, with an impressive array of stories that capture the complexity, resilience and beauty of the human experience,” president and co-founder Gil Robertson said about the 16th annual celebration. “We are proud to honor this year’s filmmakers and talent whose work continues to expand the scope of humanity on screen. These films do more than entertain — they amplify voices and perspectives that deserve to be heard,...

Matt Damon goes Greek for The Odyssey

Matt Damon is looking epic. Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan revealed a first-look image from his upcoming adaptatation of Homer‘s The Odyssey, which will feature Damon in the lead role of Odysseus. The star-studded ensemble also includes Oscar winners Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron, as well as Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland, Mia Goth, John Leguizamo, Jon Bernthal, and Benny Safdie.

According to Universal, Nolan’s follow-up to Oppenheimer, which he wrote and will coproduce with wife Emma Thomas, will be a “mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new Imax film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to Imax film screens for the first time.” It is slated to open on July 17, 2026.

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Welcome to this week’s review of Tna Wrestling, Let’s get straight into the review and see what went down on this week’s show…

Match #1: Ace Austin def. Tyson Dupont The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

After playing a role in Wes Lee’s victory last week, Nxt’s Tyson Dupont battles Ace Austin tonight! Dupont hits a thudding pop-up powerslam for two. Dupont continues the assault by locking in a Full Nelson. Austin fights free, creating separation with a dropkick. Austin hits a side Russian leg sweep, followed by Click Click Boom. Austin puts Dupont away with The Fold to win.

My Score: 2.5 out of 5 Match #2: Knockouts Battle Royal – Winner: Savannah Evans The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

Nxt’s Cora Jade joins Tom Hannifan and Matthew Rehwoldt on commentary for this Knockouts Battle Royal, with the winner earning a Knockouts World Title shot next week.

Welcome to this review of Tna Wrestling’s Genesis 2025 pay-per-view, which emanated from the Curtis Culwell Center in Dallas, Texas, and opened with the usual free-to-view pre-show Countdown to… which saw Jake Something defeat WWE’s Ashante Adonis; and Frankie Kazarian defeat Leon Slater. Now let’s get into the review!

Match #1: X-Division Championship – Moose def. Ace Austin The following is courtesy of wwe.com:

As promised, Moose unveils the new X-Division Championship belt. The bell rings and Austin immediately goes on the attack with a running dropkick. The fight spills to the outside where Moose whips him into the barricade. Jdc provides a distraction, allowing Moose to hit a thudding Chokeslam into the apron. Austin just makes it back into the ring before the referee’s 10 count. Moose connects with Go To Hell but Austin stays alive. Austin fights back with a series of strikes, then counters another Go To Hell attempt.

Daughters is an achingly beautiful exploration of the transformative power of family connection. The film follows four Black American girls — Aubrey, Santana, Raziah, and Ja’Ana — and their incarcerated fathers as they embark on a journey to reunite at a father-daughter dance inside of a Washington D.C. jail. What happens along the path to this reunification will alter their lives forever.

The film, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2024, is co-directed by newcomers Angela Patton and Natalie Rae. Patton started organizing Date with Dad dances in 2008, as part of a program with her organization, Girls For A Change. After Rae watched Patton’s Ted talk on the subject, the two met and forged ahead, creating a documentary that highlights the impact of America’s criminal justice system on Black girls.

The documentary is as much a bracing portrait of families impacted by incarceration as it is...

Pearl Jam, Kacey Musgraves, Lil Wayne with the Roots, Luke Combs, and Dave Matthews Band are among the headliners for the 2025 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.

Haim, Lenny Kravitz, Santana, John Fogerty, Burna Boy, Cage the Elephant, and My Morning Jacket will also take the Big Easy stage at this year’s Jazz Fest from April 24 to May 4.

The festival is split into two four-day-long weekends, with the first weekend (April 24 to 27) featuring Dave Matthews Band, Lil Wayne & the Roots, Musgraves, Fogerty, Burna Boy, Haim, Harry Connick Jr., Goose, Gladys Knight,...

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has revealed its 2025 lineup featuring Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews Band, hometown hero Lil Wayne with The Roots, Lenny Kravitz, Kacey Musgraves, John Fogerty, Luke Combs, Santana, and Burna Boy as headliners.

Other notable acts set to play include Haim, Cage the Elephant, My Morning Jacket, Goose, Laufey, Gladys Knight, Patti Labelle, Kamasi Washington, Banda Ms, The Wailers featuring Julian Marley, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick, Trombone Short & Orleans Avenue, Harry Connick Jr., The Revivalists, Margo Price, Irma Thomas, Tank and The Bangas, Branford Marsalis, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Maze Honoring Frankie Beverly “The Legacy Band”, Morris Day & the Time, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Hurray for the Riff Raff, James Bay, Taj Mahal & The Phantom Blues Band, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80, Cyril Neville, Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, James Bay, Dumpstaphunk, The Radiators, Samantha Fish, Anders Osborne, Kenny Wayne Shepherd with Bobby Rush, Terence Blanchard, and more.

Glee cast members Kevin McHale and Jenna Ushkowitz have recently revisited the show’s controversial season 5 Christmas episode, “Previously Unaired Christmas,” which they admitted was a low point for the cast. The hit jukebox musical series, created by Ryan Murphy, followed the lives of a high school glee club and their tumultuous personal and musical journeys under the guidance of their teacher, Will Schuester (Matthew Morrison). Known for its bold humor, heartfelt drama, and extravagant performances, Glee was a ratings powerhouse and a cultural phenomenon for Fox, winning multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Awards during its six-season run.

However, not every moment in the show’s history hit the right notes, as McHale and Ushkowitz recalled on their Glee rewatch podcast, And That’s What You Really Missed. The two delved behind the scenes into the chaotic filming process for the episode’s awkward humor and controversial musical numbers, such...

Welcome to this review of Tna Wrestling’s Final Resolution 2024 pay-per-view, which opened with the usual free-to-view pre-show Countdown to… which saw Jdc defeat Leon Slater, and Frankie Kazarian beat Jonathan Gresham. Now let’s get into the review!

Match #1: X-Division Championship – Moose def. Kushida The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

The X-Division Championship is on the line as Moose defends against Kushida! Moose catches Kushida in mid-air and whips him into both the steel steps and the apron. Moose stops the referee from counting out Kushida but it comes back to haunt him. Moose charges at Kushida but he reverses, sending Moose crashing into the steps. Favoring his left shoulder, Moose connects with Go To Hell for two. Minutes later, Kushida is in control as he hits Moose with Back to the Future for a near fall of his own. Kushida catches him in the Hoverboard Lock...

Welcome to this week’s review of Tna Wrestling, Let’s get straight into the review and see what went down on the show…

Match #1: First Class def. Sinner & Saint The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

Judas Icarus brought the fight to First Class, delivering multiple impressive tag team combos. However, Aj Francis caught Williams with a devastating chokeslam, followed by Kc Navarro hitting a massive splash. This sequence secured the victory for First Class.

My Score: 3 out of 5 Match #2: Rhino Def. Matt Cardona (Dq) The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

Rhino wasted no time as he immediately went after Cardona, delivering a brutal beatdown that led to a huge suplex on the ramp! The two battled in a hard-hitting back-and-forth contest until Cardona took a shortcut, nailing Rhino with a chair. The referee called for the bell, disqualifying Cardona, but the assault didn’t stop...

On Monday, September 23, 2024, at 9:30 Pm, Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘n Out brings the heat with a fresh episode featuring rapper Saucy Santana. This episode promises laughter and excitement as Nick Cannon goes head-to-head with the musical guest in an epic battle. Fans can expect to see Saucy Santana showcase his wit and charm while navigating the playful antics of the Wild ‘n Out crew.

The episode will also feature some fan-favorite segments, including “Eat That Ass Up,” where the cast will serve up their best punchlines, and “Hood Jeopardy,” which adds a hilarious twist to the classic quiz format. Viewers will also enjoy the “Greenery Screenery” segment, where the cast gets creative with their comedic skills, and the ever-popular “Wildstyle” battle, where cast members go toe-to-toe in a freestyle rap showdown.

With high energy and plenty of surprises, this episode promises to be a memorable night of laughter and fun.

Welcome to this week’s review of Tna Wrestling, Let’s get straight into the review and see what went down on the show…

Match #1: Kushida vs. Laredo Kid (Draw) The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

The match begins with Kushida and Laredo Kid engaging in fast-paced action. Before the match could gain momentum, Josh Alexander storms the ring and lays out Laredo Kid with a C4 Spike. Kushida tries to intervene, but Josh locks him in a vicious Ankle Lock until security intervenes. A furious Kushida grabs the mic, calls out Alexander, and chases him down, dropkicking Josh on the ramp. The two brawl into the commercial break!

My Score: 0 out of 5 Match #2: Josh Alexander def. Kushida The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

After the break, Alexander and Kushida engage in an impromptu match. Despite a valiant effort from Kushida, Alexander picks up the victory with a C4 Spike,...

In the latest episode of Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, titled “Contextual Relations,” tensions rise as Jasmine unexpectedly arrives at Kirk’s event, attempting to ease the doubts plaguing Rasheeda’s mind. Meanwhile, Sierra’s dreams of a perfect wedding turn into a nightmare when her family drama spills over onto Instagram Live. Elsewhere, Santana struggles to come […]

Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta: Contextual Relations...

Here comes Tna Wrestling with their next pay-per-view, Emergence, which began with the Countdown to Emergence pre-show which saw Frankie Kazarian defeat Kusihda, and Pco defeat Shera to retain both the Digital Media & International Heavyweight Wrestling Championships. Now let’s see what the rest of this show has to offer!

Match #1: Ultimate X for the X-Division Championship – Zachary Wentz def. Mike Bailey, Hammerstone, Jason Hotch, Riley Osborne & Laredo Kid The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

Osborne takes out everyone with a sunset flip powerbomb to the floor. Wentz hits a top rope cutter on Osborne. Wentz kicks Bailey off the steel truss as Bailey transitions into a Moonsault on the rest of the field. Everyone scurries across the cables in pursuit of the X-Division Title. Wentz hits his signature handspring knee into the cheekbone of Bailey. Hammerstone press slams Laredo off the top rope into everyone on the outside.

Welcome to this week’s review of Tna Wrestling, Let’s get straight into the review and see what went down on the show…

Match #1: Tna X-Division Championship – Speedball Mike Bailey def. Rich Swann The following is courtesy of tnawrestling.com:

Aj Francis joined commentary as Mike Bailey and Rich Swann squared off to kick off iMPACT. The match began with Swann and Bailey going back and forth at an impressive speed, ending in a standoff. They shook hands, but Swann slapped Bailey in the face! After a competitive matchup, Swann went for a huge splash and caught Bailey, but somehow Bailey kicked out at 2.9! Swann attempted a Cutter, but Bailey countered, catching Swann with Double Knees—but Swann kicked out! Bailey landed a Superkick and set up for Ultima Weapon. Aj Francis tried to intervene, but Trent Seven grabbed him, causing a distraction that led Bailey to miss Ultima Weapon!

In the upcoming episode of “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta,” titled “Contextual Relations,” airing at 8:00 Pm on Tuesday, 3 September 2024, on MTV, drama unfolds as relationships face new challenges. Jasmine arrives at Kirk’s event with the hopes of easing Rasheeda’s concerns, but tensions remain high. She aims to calm the waters and put a stop to the doubts swirling around her and Kirk’s relationship.

Meanwhile, Sierra finds herself in a tough spot as her dreams of a perfect wedding turn into an unexpected disaster during an Instagram live session with her family. The pressure of family dynamics and social media can often lead to chaos, and this episode will showcase just how quickly things can spiral out of control.

Additionally, Santana struggles with the reality that Zell may be moving on, and accepting that change is never easy. As emotions run high, viewers will be captivated by...

A24’s upcoming thriller “Y2K” imagines what may have occurred if the widely feared Y2K bug had caused real-world chaos. Set on New Year’s Eve 1999, the movie shows how turning electronics could have become dangerous if computers failed at midnight.

The film stars Rachel Zegler, Jaeden Martell, and Julian Dennison as teenagers attending a party when this scenario unfolds. Directed by Kyle Mooney, “Y2K” aims to blend comedy and tension reminiscent of movies like “Superbad” and “Final Destination.”

Yet some question if it accurately captures late 1990s culture. One critic who was a teen then noted details like a character filming on a “camcorder” seemed anachronistic. Cameras were typically not used that way.

Music choices also caused doubts. While the plot device of Y2K dangers is “both obvious and brilliant,” songs like “Tubthumping” predated 1999. References more fitting the era included “Smooth” by Santana.

Costumes and fashions also reportedly seem slightly off for the period.