Tag Archives: Film

Positive Black Male News: Oscar Grant film ‘Fruitvale’ wins jury prize at Sundance Film Festival

Posted on January 28, 2013 by theblackmancan
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by Sandy Cohen, Associated Press PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — The dramatic film “Fruitvale” and the documentary “Blood Brother” won over audiences and Sundance Film Festival judges. Both American films won audience awards and grand jury prizes Saturday at the Sundance … Continue reading →

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League of EXTRAordinary Black Men: Andre Knighton

Posted on August 1, 2012 by theblackmancan
I must say that you develop a relationship with Christ, first and foremost because He will guide you in the way the you should go. ~Andre Knighton

TheBlackManCan heads back to the Peach state of Georgia to bring you another EXTRAordinary Black Men. This black man often states that “the same experiences and tools God has given me, I would like to share that with the people … Continue reading →

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TheBlackManCan.org & BlackCelebrityGiving.com Team Up to Present the Inaugural BlackManCan Awards Honoring EXTRAordinary Black Men & Boys!

Posted on April 18, 2012 by theblackmancan
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Written by BlackCelebrityGiving: Even as a black women, I recognize the negative preconceived notions our black men will undoubtedly face. I see the Black Man Can Awards as an amazing opportunity to honor those everyday men who are positively shaping … Continue reading →

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League of EXTRAordinary Black Men: Laz Alonso

Posted on February 21, 2012 by theblackmancan
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Actor/entrepreneur Laz Alonzo doesn’t set limits on his potential. He’s constantly building his life brick by brick, treating failures along the way as little blessings in disguise. Our mission is to actively promote a positive black male image. Welcome to … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Filmmaker is re-framing the mainstream

Posted on February 6, 2012 by theblackmancan
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By: Game Changers / Forward Ever Media According to the 2005 US Census, 45 percent of American children under the age of 5 belong to minority groups. Nevertheless, the driving force behind most American media continues to be the white … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Denzel Washington, Morgan Freeman awarded prestigious German acting awards

Posted on February 6, 2012 by theblackmancan
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BERLIN (AP) – U.S. actors Scarlett Johansson and Denzel Washington have received Germany’s most prestigious film award as best international actors. The 27-year-old Johansson said she was grateful that her work was also appreciated abroad as she received the Golden Camera Award late … Continue reading →

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The Village: I AM THE NU BLACK

Posted on January 21, 2012 by theblackmancan
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October 2008, I decided to set myself a challenge for Black History Month in the UK. 30 days of posts featuring youth of African descent , the things that inspired them, positive images, videos, news articles, quotes etc. I completed … Continue reading →

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His Story: Michael Ealy talks two big new movies

Posted on January 21, 2012 by theblackmancan
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By: Chris Witherspoon Michael Ealy is back on the big screen starring opposite Kate Beckinsale inUnderworld:Awakening which hits theaters today. In an interview with theGRIO Ealy discussed his new movie and also talked about his future projects. In addition to Underworld:Awakening, … Continue reading →

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