TV/Film | Chicago Defender

Media Personality and Publisher, Hermene Hartman Discusses her Newest Venture,“N’Digo Studio.”

Donna Montgomery, Contributing Writer - October 13, 2020

Hermene Hartman is a pioneer and an unmistakable voice in the world of media. She has brought us news stories through the African-American lens...

In “Time”, Love is the Ultimate Form of Resistance.

Danielle Sanders - October 9, 2020

In a love story filled with struggle, pain, and incredible endurance that spans over 21 years, “Time” tells the unconventional love story of Fox...

Matter of Fact with Soledad O’Brien Addresses Issues of Race and Justice

Danielle Sanders - October 7, 2020

Award-winning journalist, Soledad O'Brien, has teamed up with Hearst Media for a conversation on race, equality, and justice. Airing on MatterofFact.tv and various media...

Oscar and Emmy Winner, Regina King, Makes her Directorial Debut with “One Night in Miami”

Danielle Sanders - October 3, 2020

“One Night in Miami, directed by Oscar and Emmy-winner Regina King, debuts in select theatres on Christmas, followed by a global launch January 15,...

Foster Boy Movie with Louis Gossett, Jr and Jay Paul Deratany, Explores the Foster Care System in Chicago.

Okema Gunn, Contributing Writer - September 18, 2020

Foster Boy is a movie written and inspired by real events in the City of Chicago, IL, and Cook County. The story was created...

Netflix’s Project Power Review (2020)

Okema Gunn, Contributing Writer - September 1, 2020

Currently showing on Netflix, Project Power(2020) takes a refreshing look at superpowers from another side of the spectrum. Inside the power of a little...

Chadwick Boseman Dies at 43 of Colon Cancer

Danielle Sanders - August 29, 2020

Chadwick Boseman, the actor, known for playing some of the most iconic African American's has died. The actor passed away Friday in his home...

The One and Only Ivan Debuts on Disney+

Danielle Sanders - August 21, 2020

The One and Only Ivan, debuting on Disney+ and adapted from the Newbery Medal award-winning book, tells the story of Ivan, a silverback gorilla....

Iconic Black TV shows will be on Netflix

LaToya Wright, Contributing Writer - August 3, 2020

What could be called the Black section of Netflix; Strong Black Lead announced the line-up of new online programming. The programming will include many...

Beyoncé’s ‘Black is King’ is a Stunning Display of Black Excellence

LaToya Wright, Contributing Writer - July 31, 2020

On heels of the first anniversary of the release of Disney's "The Lion King," we now have the visuals to the album. Released today...