Good Monday Morning POU! Antoine Fuqua (born January 19, 1966) is an American film director and producer. Initially active as a music video director, he has worked primarily in the action and thriller film subgenres. Fuqua began his career directing music videos for popular artists such as Toni Braxton, Coolio, Stevie Wonder and Prince. From 1998 onwards, he began … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: The Filmography of Antoine Fuqua
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Sunday Open Thread: Eric B and Rakim Musical Brunch
Eric B. & Rakim were an American hip hop duo, composed of DJ Eric B. (born Eric Barrier, November 8, 1965) and MC Rakim(born William Michael Griffin Jr., January 28, 1968). Hailing from Long Island, New York, the duo were referred to by the journalist Tom Terrell of NPR as "the most influential DJ/MC combo in contemporary pop music period," while the editors … [Read more...] about Sunday Open Thread: Eric B and Rakim Musical Brunch
Saturday Open Thread: Stand Up Comedy at the Movies
Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain is a 2013 American stand-up comedy concert film featuring Kevin Hart's 2012 performance at Madison Square Garden. It was released in theaters on July 3, 2013. The film was produced by Hartbeat Productions and distributed by Summit Entertainment and Codeblack Films. … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Stand Up Comedy at the Movies
Friday Open Thread: Stand Up Comedy at the Movies
The Original Kings of Comedy is a 2000 American stand-up comedy film directed by Spike Lee and featuring the comedy routines of Steve Harvey, D.L. Hughley, Cedric the Entertainer, and Bernie Mac. Filmed in front of a live audience at the Charlotte Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina, the comedians give the audience their views about African-American culture, race relations, … [Read more...] about Friday Open Thread: Stand Up Comedy at the Movies
Wednesday Open Thread: Stand Up Comedy at the Movies
You So Crazy (1994) is a stand up comedy film starring Martin Lawrence. It was his first major film and stand up act. The film was directed by Thomas Schlamme. During the routine, Lawrence comments on various topics such as his success, growing up, sexual acts and racism. The concert was filmed at the Majestic Theatre in 1993 in New York City before a sold out crowd. Martin … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Stand Up Comedy at the Movies