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bfm interview: Jada Pinkett Smith, The HawthoRNE
Interview by Kam Williams
Jada on the Radar
Maryland Native Jada Pinkett Smith studied dance and acting at the Baltimore School for the Arts and the North Carolina School of the Arts before getting her big break when she landed a role on the long-running NBC-series, A Different World. The multi-talented actress, producer, director and philanthropist continually challenges herself in a variety of ways. More
Film Reviews
bfm film review: Sunshine Cleaning
Reviewed: by Cassam Looch
Starring: Amy Adams, Emily Blunt, Alan Arkin, Jason Spevack and Steve Zahn
Director: Christine Jeffs
Writer: Megan Holley
Release date: 26 June, 2009
Certificate: 15
bfm rating:
It’s odd seeing the usually glamorous pairing of Amy Adams and Emily Blunt as struggling sisters trying to cope with an eccentric father and messy personal lives. Although the plot does meander through to a predictable conclusion, you are never less than utterly drawn into their world and in return the two leads give superb performances proving just why they are amongst the best actors working in Hollywood today.
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Events
bfm events:
BBC Black and Asian Forum presents the filmmakers
With: Alrick Riley; Pravesh Kumar; Mark One; Louise Decoteau.
Hosted by: Danny John Jules. To register, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
When: 23 June, 2009, 6.30pm
Where: BBC White City
Interview
bfm interview: Billy Paul, Am I Black Enough For You
Legendry singer Billy Paul is world renowned for his classic hits and smooth voice, but we get to see a whole new side to him in the candid and no-holds barred documentary Am I Black Enough For You? The film follows Paul around the world as he reveals in brutal honesty the highs and lows of his career, and he was just as candid when Cassam Looch spoke to him for bfm. More
Book Review
I am Barack Obama by Charisse Carney-NunesReviewed by Kam Williams
Barack Obama’s ascendance to the Presidency was undoubtedly moving to anyone old enough to have endured Jim Crow segregation during those shameful days before black folks were allowed basic human rights like access to restaurants, hotels or even the voting booth. Read More
DVD Review: NOTORIOUS
bfm DVD review: NOTORIOUSReviewed: by Cassam Looch
Director: George Tillman
Starring: Angela Basset, Derek Luke, Jamal Woolard, Anthony Mackie, Naturi Naughton and Christopher Jordan Wallace Jr
Release Date: 22/06/09
Runtime: 122mins
bfm rating:
History is always written by the victors, or at least that is what we are told. You could make that argument here, as this is the version of events surrounding the most ‘notorious’ hip-hop feud according to Sean Combs. Obviously there is some bias in play, with Puffy coming across as a likable and well-intentioned best friend even though evidence seems contradictory to say the least. However one thing remains constant… there is no doubt that Christopher ‘Biggie’ Wallace was a talented if flawed artist whose life was cut short in his prime. More
Book Competition: Jerusalem
Win a copy of Jerusalem
We've teamed up with Penguin to offer you the chance to win a copy of Jerusalem
The literary and urban worlds have collided, as acclaimed author Patrick Neate collaborates with an award-winning rapper Sway to bring one of the novel’s key characters, MC ‘Nobody’, to life.'Jerusalem' by Nobody
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11th bfm International Film Festival
Call for Submissions
bfm International Film Festival is the largest and longest running platform for Black World Cinema in the UK.
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bfm Film Club
bfm Film Club in association with Progressive Entertainment:
Soul Power - 5 July, 2009, 4pm at the ICA
Preview and Soul DJ night
Originally shot in 1974, Soul Power is a classic, vintage documentary which followed a handful of the most significant African-American RnB acts as they travelled to Africa for a 12-hour, three-night long concert held in Kinshasa, Zaire, held alongside the much anticipated Rumble in the Jungle fight.
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News
VICKY CRISTINA BARCELONA:Here's your chance to get into the mood for the launch of VICKY CRISTINA BARCELONA on June 22nd by attending this special Free Fiesta courtesy of Cactus Language Training.
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Call for applications: CREATE postgraduate training course - Colour Heritage and Conservation
Marie Curie European project CREATE (Colour Research for European Technology Employment), are holding their fourth training event in Italy this October, looking at colour heritage and conservation.
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Festival Recruitment
International Film Festival Recruitment
Black Filmmaker (BFM) IFF is the leading and longest running platform for Black World Cinema in the UK. It is one of most significant events that cater to an African and Caribbean audience as well as those interested in black culture.
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Opportunities
Full time project and office administratorWe are currently looking for an energetic, organised and adaptable full-time administrator to support the work of our lively office. This is a busy role that requires proven admin experience and the ability to juggle multiple priorities. More
Music Licensing in Film & TV: A Creative and Legal Perspective with Ian Neil
11 July – £60
Leading UK Music Supervisor Ian Neil explores the complexities of placing music on a film. How do you find the right track, the right composer? How much does it all cost and what steps are necessary to ensure it’s all done legally? Open to all filmmakers, particularly useful for producers, directors, post-production, media lawyers and music composers.
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Introduction to Post-Production Sound with Steve Haynes
19 September – £60
Aimed at any filmmaker who needs a comprehensive overview of the post-production sound process, this new 1-day course will cover specific areas of sound design for film, TV and film commercials. Participants will also gain an insight into mixing for TV or feature film drama and documentary, including recording ADR with actors.
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TV Training for Beginners
London Film School are offering quick practical courses taught by professionals, acting for TV Training for beginners is an exciting opportunity for all adults.
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Read Geoffrey Sentamu's blog
Race to NFTS Mountain, May 2009
Why is it that whenever you want something to work it often fails or when you really need something to work it always brakes? More
