Cast: Anika Noni Rose

Direction Dan Abraham · Trent Correy

Cast Chris Diamantopoulos · Kaitlyn Robrock · Tony Anselmo · Bill Farmer

Synopsis Once Upon A Studio (2023) unfolds as the sun sets on a typical workday at the Disney Animation Studios, and the employees depart, leaving Mickey and Minnie Mouse to embark on a magical adventure. Breaking free from their framed portraits,...

Direction Molly Smith Metzler · John Wells · Helen Shaver · Nzingha Stewart

Cast Margaret Qualley · Andie MacDowell · Billy Burke · Nick Robinson

Synopsis Maid (TV Miniseries) (2021) follows the journey of a resilient single mother who navigates the challenges of life by taking up housekeeping jobs to support herself and her child. The series delves into her struggles against financial hardship, the threat...

Direction Bruce Beresford · Thomas Carter · Phillip Noyce · Mario Van Peebles

Cast Malachi Kirby · Laurence Fishburne · Forest Whitaker · Emayatzy Corinealdi

Synopsis Roots (TV Miniseries) (2016) is a gripping retelling of Alex Haley's seminal work, spanning four compelling episodes. This historical drama delves into the life of an enslaved African man who is forcibly brought to America and the enduring legacy of...

Direction Liz Tigelaar · Lynn Shelton · Nzingha Stewart

Cast Reese Witherspoon · Kerry Washington · Joshua Jackson · Rosemarie Dewitt

Synopsis Little Fires Everywhere (TV Miniseries) (2020) is an eight-episode drama set in the seemingly tranquil suburb of Shaker Heights, Ohio. The story revolves around Elena Richardson, portrayed by Reese Witherspoon, a dedicated journalist and a stickler for rules who strives...

Direction Lonny Price

Cast Neil Patrick Harris · Patti LuPone · Martha Plimpton · Anika Noni Rose

Synopsis Company (2011) delves into the complexities of relationships through the interconnected stories of five married couples and their single friend, Robert, portrayed by Neil Patrick Harris. This musical, which originally won the 1971 Tony Award for Best Musical, presents a...

Direction Anthony Minghella

Cast Jill Scott · Lucian Msamati · Anika Noni Rose · Idris Elba

Synopsis The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency - Pilot Episode (TV) (2008) follows the journey of Precious Ramotswe, the founder of Botswana's first and only female-run detective agency. Inspired by her father's teachings and her deep affection for her homeland, Precious...

Direction Little Marvin · Nelson Cragg · Craig William Macneill · Daniel Stamm

Cast Deborah Ayorinde · Ashley Thomas · Alison Pill · Javier Botet

Synopsis Them: Covenant (TV Series) (2021) follows a family who chooses to relocate to a predominantly white neighborhood in Los Angeles. Their new home, situated on a picturesque, tree-lined street, quickly becomes a battleground where sinister forces seek to torment, devastate,...

Direction David Midell

Cast Frankie Faison · Steve O'Connell · Enrico Natale · Ben Marten

Synopsis The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain (2020) delves into the harrowing true events surrounding the tragic demise of Kenneth Chamberlain Sr., an elderly African American veteran grappling with bipolar disorder. The narrative unfolds as police officers are sent to his residence...

Direction Andrew Hinderaker · Viet Nguyen · Seith Mann · Hiromi Kamata

Cast Demian Bichir · Anika Noni Rose · Madison Taylor Baez · Grace Gummer

Synopsis Let the Right One In (TV Series) (2022) delves into the life of a 12-year-old girl who, after transforming into a vampire, finds herself confined to a secluded existence, venturing out only under the cover of night. Her father, driven...

Direction Barry Jenkins

Cast Aaron Pierre · Kelvin Harrison Jr. · Seth Rogen · Billy Eichner

Synopsis Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) follows the wise old mandrill Rafiki as he recounts the epic tale of Mufasa to Kiara, the young lion cub and daughter of Simba and Nala. Alongside Timon and Pumbaa, who add their unique humor,...

Direction Tyler Perry

Cast Whoopi Goldberg · Thandie Newton · Janet Jackson · Kerry Washington

Synopsis For Colored Girls (2010) is a poignant drama that delves into the lives of eight unnamed African American women, each grappling with their own unique struggles and triumphs. The film, adapted from Ntozake Shange's acclaimed choreopoem, offers a raw and...

Direction Sam Levinson

Cast Odessa Young · Abra · Danny Ramirez · Hari Nef

Synopsis Assassination Nation (2018) centers around a group of four high school friends residing in a quiet suburban town. Their lives take a dramatic turn when a mysterious hacker exposes their private data to the world, leading to intense, unwanted global...

Direction Bill Condon

Cast Jamie Foxx · Beyoncé · Danny Glover · Jennifer Hudson

Synopsis Dreamgirls (2006) unfolds against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1960s and 1970s, chronicling the ascent of three talented women—Effie, Deena, and Lorrell—who form a promising vocal group known as The Dreamettes. Their journey takes a pivotal turn when they are...

Direction Biyi Bandele

Cast Chiwetel Ejiofor · Thandie Newton · Dominic Cooper · John Boyega

Synopsis Half of a Yellow Sun (2013) is a sweeping narrative directed by celebrated Nigerian playwright Biyi Bandele, featuring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Thandie Newton. The film delves into the intricate web of family bonds and the devastating impact of war, set...

Direction Jon Avnet

Cast Debra Messing · Judy Davis · Joe Mantegna · Anika Noni Rose

Synopsis The Starter Wife (TV Miniseries) (2007) follows the journey of a woman who, after her divorce from a prominent Hollywood studio executive, embarks on a new chapter of her life. The narrative is inspired by the novel of the same...

Direction Stella Meghie

Cast Amandla Stenberg · Nick Robinson · Anika Noni Rose · Ana de la Reguera

Synopsis Everything, Everything (2017) follows the story of Madeline, a young woman who has spent her entire life in isolation due to a severe allergy that makes her sensitive to virtually every substance outside her home. Her world takes an unexpected...

Direction David E. Talbert

Cast Forest Whitaker · Anika Noni Rose · Keegan-Michael Key · Hugh Bonneville

Synopsis Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020) transports viewers to a whimsical realm where a quirky toymaker, his daring granddaughter, and a mystical creation intertwine in a festive narrative. The enchanting tale unfolds as the toymaker's invention holds the potential to...

Direction Max Mayer

Cast Claire Danes · Sarah Bolger · James Marsden · Jeremy Sisto

Synopsis As Cool As I Am (2013) follows the journey of a bright and perceptive teenage girl navigating the complexities of growing up in a small town. Her parents, who had her at a young age, struggle with their own immaturity...

Direction Michael D. Black

Cast Jodi Benson · Jeff Bennett · Corey Burton · Auli'i Cravalho

Synopsis LEGO Disney Princess: The Castle Quest (2023) follows a thrilling journey where beloved characters Tiana, Moana, Snow White, Rapunzel, and Ariel find themselves mysteriously teleported to an enigmatic castle. Upon arrival, they uncover a sinister scheme orchestrated by Gaston, who...

Direction Malik Vitthal

Cast Mary J. Blige · Nat Wolff · Anika Noni Rose · Theo Rossi

Synopsis Body Cam (2020) follows a police officer, portrayed by Mary J. Blige, who encounters a horrifying turn of events during a standard traffic stop. Her partner meets an inexplicable and gruesome end, and she discovers that the body cam footage...