Antiguan film triumphs at Pan African Festival in LA

Antiguan film triumphs at Pan African Festival in LA

HaMafilms’ latest production, ‘Deep Blue,’ achieved resounding success with two stellar screenings at the 32nd annual Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) in Los Angeles. On the opening night, the star-studded film festival witnessed enthusiastic support from Causion, Antigua & Barbuda’s Reggae Ambassador, along with his wife Elvira Bell Bailey. The couple flew from […]

Two black film festivals showcased ‘the vibrancy and richness of Black culture’

Two black film festivals showcased ‘the vibrancy and richness of Black culture’

By Stephen Weir As Black History Month drew to a close, Toronto witnessed two significant Black film events, showcasing the vibrancy and richness of Black culture in the film industry. The Toronto Black Film Festival honoured actress Pam Grier, while the new Directors Black Actors and Film Guild of Canada celebrated their inaugural awards ceremony, […]

Amanda Parris’ “For the Culture” unveiled

Amanda Parris’ “For the Culture” unveiled

Amanda Parris, the award-winning creator, broadcaster, and playwright, has brought to life a groundbreaking documentary series titled “For the Culture,” now streaming on CBC Gem. This series,years in the making, takes viewers on a profound journey across three countries to connect with Black communities. In an interview, Parris  noted how the experience of creating this […]

Bob Marley: One Love premiered in Toronto at the Bell Lightbox

Bob Marley: One Love premiered in Toronto at the Bell Lightbox

Story and photos By: Janet Grant  “Bob Marley: One Love,” the captivating biographical drama that celebrates the life and music of the legendary reggae icon, Bob Marley, premiered in Toronto last Thursday at the Bell Lightbox. Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, this film takes audiences on a journey through Marley’s extraordinary life. It chronicles his rise from humble […]

‘Deep Blue” to debut at the Pan African Film Festival in LA

‘Deep Blue” to debut at the Pan African Film Festival in LA

HaMafilms latest film “Deep Blue” has been accepted into the 32nd annual Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) in Los Angeles.  This is a major milestone for HaMafilms on their film festival circuit where at PAFF they will have screenings on the 12th and 17th of February. Canadian-Trinidadian actor Rhoma Spencer plays the Matriarch […]

Canadian Director Charles Officer, Co-Founder of Black Screen Office, Passes Away at 49

Canadian Director Charles Officer, Co-Founder of Black Screen Office, Passes Away at 49

Charles Officer, a prominent figure in the world of independent Black Canadian cinema, has sadly passed away at the age of 49. He died at his home in Toronto on Friday due to complications arising from a heart attack. Officer had been courageously battling a prolonged illness, the details of which have not been disclosed, […]

Black Life: Untold Stories success despite obstacles

Black Life: Untold Stories success despite obstacles

‘Migrations’ is the fourth episode of CBC docuseries Black Life: Untold Stories docuseries. The episode examines the arrival of thousands of Caribbean people to Canada beginning in the 1950s, through work initiatives like the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program and the West Indian Domestic Scheme, and it explores the challenges facing the more recent waves of […]

Richard Roundtree dies aged 81

Richard Roundtree dies aged 81

The actor, whose career spanned more than four decades in Hollywood, died in Los Angeles from pancreatic cancer Richard Roundtree, known for playing the suave lead role in the 1971 film Shaft died on Tuesday. Roundtree, 81, died in Los Angeles after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Patrick McMinn, Roundtree’s longtime manager reported. “His trailblazing […]

Reelworld Film Festival celebrating diversity in Canadian cinema

The Reelworld Film Festival, known for its commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the Canadian Screen Industry, is back with a bang. In its 23rd edition, the festival has expanded to include the Reelworld Summit, offering a platform to celebrate Canadian talent and engage in crucial conversations about diversity, inclusion, and equity in the […]

‘Brother’ will be on Netflix until November 21

‘Brother’ will be on Netflix until November 21

By Stephen Weir First, there was the book. Then, there were many book prizes. Next? A movie based on his novel was showcased at TIFF, and it received numerous awards. Earlier, it was screened in theaters across Canada. David Chariandy’s Scarborough-based story, “Brother,” has made history in both the literary and cinematic realms in Canada. […]

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