Category Archives: Movies

We Lost Two Legends: Bill Russell and Nichelle Nichols…RIP

Posted on July 31, 2022 by rikyrah

We lost two legends today, Bill Russell and Nichelle Nichols. Mr. Russell..what could you say? If you were a basketball fan, you had to at least respect Mr. Russell, even if you hated the Celtics. He was an athlete, but, … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Wakanda Forever

Posted on July 27, 2022 by rikyrah

I am a movie fanatic. Have been ever since I was a kid. There are two things that I miss most because of this pandemic. Going to the movies is one of them. I have held strong, but I might … Continue reading →

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Showbiz Legend Betty White Dead At 99

Posted on December 31, 2021 by rikyrah

I can’t even feel bad about this one. Or sad. She lived a long life, was vibrant until the end. And, her talent will be with us forever. “To be able to spend a lifetime in the business you love … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | A Little Black Excellence Today

Posted on November 12, 2021 by rikyrah

I am very psyched to see King Richard. From everything that I am reading, it is well done. Serena Williams, Venus Williams and Will Smith for Entertainment Weekly's cover shoot portraits. ❤❤❤ #KingRichard pic.twitter.com/bDOZ52gamQ — Luis. (@serenapower_) November 2, 2021 Venus … Continue reading →

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Weekend Open Thread

Posted on August 7, 2021 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope that you are enjoying this weekend, fully vaccinated, with family and friends. Jennifer Hudson was chosen by Ms. Franklin herself. The biopic- RESPECT – hits theaters August 13th.

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Legend Cicely Tyson Dies At 96😢😢

Posted on January 29, 2021 by rikyrah

Cicely Tyson, an Actress Who Shattered Stereotypes, Dies at 96 – The New York Times https://t.co/CBQXpvWyeT — Erica L. Green (@EricaLG) January 29, 2021 Legend. Phenomenon. Human Wonder. Once in a lifetime talent. All of these describe Ms. Cicely Tyson, … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Want A Treat? Watch Sylvie’s Love

Posted on December 30, 2020 by rikyrah

  If you have some time, and want to watch a good movie, I will suggest Sylvie’s Love on Amazon Prime. It stars Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha. I loved this movie. It was a relief. It was a joy. … Continue reading →

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The Black Panther is gone. Actor Chadwick Boseman dead at 43😪😪😪

Posted on August 29, 2020 by rikyrah

Actor Chadwick Boseman has died of colon cancer at the age of 43. RIP😪🙏😪🙏 WAKANDA FOREVER👏👏   pic.twitter.com/aZ2JzDf5ai — Chadwick Boseman (@chadwickboseman) August 29, 2020 All day. https://t.co/pI296ggBdl — Kendall B. (@kendallb511) August 29, 2020 CHADWICK BOSEMAN MADE YOUNG BLACK … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on June 23, 2018 by rikyrah

We hope you enjoy your weekend with family and friends. And if you haven’t seen the documentary, SEE.IT.

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on March 10, 2018 by rikyrah

Happy Saturday, Everyone! Enjoy your weekend with family & Friends. As with any movie, I’d prefer having the experience of attending and watching vs. reveiws. I’m looking forward to seeing A Wrinkle in Time.”

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