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Here Are 2024's Oscar Nominees In Early Roles Vs. The Role They Were Nominated For
Danielle Brooks went from a supporting role on Orange Is the New Black to becoming an Oscar nominee, and we love to see her continually thriving.
Simone Ashley And Jonathan Bailey Dancing Like Goofs On The Set Of "Bridgerton," And 60 Other Behind-The-Scenes Movie And TV Moments
Emilia Clarke in the Game of Thrones makeup room is truly something else.
Everything Is Kinda Shit, But At Least "Paddington" Is Dropping On Stan This Friday
Finally, some good news.
Moving Photos Show John Lewis Being Carried Over The Edmund Pettus Bridge For The Last Time
Over a scattering of rose petals, the casket of the civil rights leader was carried across the bridge where he was beaten by state troopers during a historic march for voting rights in 1965.
18 Side-By-Side Pictures Of Actors And The Famous Men They Played
Taron Egerton is Elton John's twin.
John Lewis, The Congressman And Civil Rights Icon, Has Died At 80
The Democrat participated in the Selma to Montgomery March of 1965 and spent his career working to advance civil rights.
25 Amazing Actors Who've Never Won An Oscar Despite Their Mind-Blowing Performances
Take notes, Academy.
“Selma” Was Punished At The Oscars After The Cast Protested Eric Garner’s Death
"Members of the Academy called in to the studio saying, ‘How dare they do that?'"
Inside The Museum Preserving Selma, Alabama's Complicated History
"The history here is so deep and I’ve got a little bit of everything here to tell its story. "
These Are The Best Black Movies Released In The 2010s, According To Moviegoers
How many have you seen?
If You've Watched At Least 50/79 Of These Films That Didn't Win Best Picture Then You're A Movie Buff
Not everyone can be a winner, but these are still great films.
I Walked From Selma To Montgomery
I did it because walking felt like the only way to process my despair after the election.
23 inspirierende Bilder von Sitzstreiks der Bürgerrechtsbewegung in den USA der 60er
"If there is no struggle, there is no progress." —Frederick Douglass
Ava DuVernay Shared The One Time In Her Career She Betrayed Herself
"When you know in your gut it's wrong, just don't do it.”
17 Things To Watch Instead Of The Inauguration
If you feel so inclined.
How Tessa Thompson Became A Modern Marvel
At a time when Hollywood is finally developing the kinds of projects for actors of color that had traditionally been out of reach, Tessa Thompson’s ascent to the A-list isn’t just welcome — it’s necessary. How can she embody this pivotal cultural moment without being defined by it?
Ava DuVernay's Barbie Is The Most Important One Ever
By selling a doll in the likeness of the Selma director, Mattel has given creative license to a generation of young girls. "People have really been kind talking about why they are embracing this doll, but it's certainly not about me. It's about the image," DuVernay told BuzzFeed News exclusively.
The Young Actor Who Isn’t Afraid To Say No
Following breakout roles in Dear White People and Selma, the actor continues to seek out unconventional characters of style and substance, just like her role in Creed.
Man Arrested After Three People, Including Pastor And Baby, Shot At Church In Selma, Alabama
The three victims were injured in the shooting, which police believed stemmed from a domestic dispute.
British Cinemas Need To Do Better For Black Audiences
The absence of black life on our cinema screens is glaring. Is targeted programming and careful marketing the best way to serve black British audiences?
How Ava DuVernay Is Going To Fix Hollywood's Diversity Problem
The Selma director, who has an organization that aims to distribute work by diverse filmmakers, talks to BuzzFeed News about changing Hollywood's diversity problem.
Pourquoi les acteurs britanniques noirs cartonnent aux États-Unis
En manque d'opportunités dans leur pays natal, beaucoup d'acteurs britanniques trouvent le succès –et des rôles bien plus substantiels– en racontant des histoires de noirs américains, et parfois même les plus emblématiques.
25 des photos les plus mémorables de la marche de Selma de 1965
Selma, qui retrace l'histoire des marches de Selma à Montgomery, menées par Martin Luther King aux États-Unis en 1965, sort en salles ce mercredi. Retour sur ces événements historiques qui ont entraîné l'adoption du Voting Rights Act.
Selma Bridge Crossing Almost Canceled Due To Large Crowd Numbers, But Demonstrators March On
Thousands of people gathered to mark the 50th anniversary of the important civil rights event known as "Bloody Sunday."
Obama On 50th Anniversary Of Selma's Bloody Sunday: "Our March Is Not Yet Over"
Thousands gathered in Alabama on Saturday to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the march on Selma. President Obama and Martin Luther King Jr's descendants were among those attending.
25 Of The Most Memorable Photos From The 1965 Selma March
Saturday marks the 50th anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery marches, which ushered in the passage of the Voting Rights Act. President Obama will be in Alabama to mark the occasion.
This Is What Goes On Inside One Of The Biggest Oscars Parties In Hollywood
Actually watching the Academy Awards at a huge Hollywood viewing party is easier said than done.
How John Legend Showed Hollywood Likes Only Comfortable Change
The tepid response to John Legend's Oscars speech — in contrast to his co-winner Common — was indicative of the way that Hollywood likes to deal with racism.
The Self-Awareness At This Year's Oscars Is Not A Substitute For Actual Change
The Academy Awards offered up a night of earnest speeches and jokes about whiteness. But underneath, things are pretty much the same as always.
Le palmarès complet des Oscars 2015
« Birdman » crée la surprise ; grosse déception pour « Boyhood ».
Les films des Oscars 2015 résumés en graphiques
Vous n'avez pas encore vu les principaux films nommés ? Voici un résumé pratique en images.
Which Movie Should Actually Win Best Picture?
There can only be one.
Two Little Sisters Re-Created This Year's Oscar Nominated Movies And It's All Kinds Of Cute
Award-worthy work by Sophia and Sadie!
Who Will Win, And Who Should Win, At This Year's Oscars
BuzzFeed News Senior Film Reporter Adam B. Vary gives his predictions for who will take home the gold at the very confusing 87th Academy Awards, and BuzzFeed News Film Critic Alison Willmore picks her favorites for who most deserves to win.
16 Hilarious One-Star Reviews Of Oscar-Nominated Movies
Critically acclaimed films vs. Amazon and Rotten Tomatoes users.
"Selma" Star David Oyelowo Speaks Out Against Hollywood's Ingrained Racism Problem
"We, as black people, have been celebrated more for when we are subservient, when we are not being leaders or kings or being in the center of our own narrative driving it forward," said the actor, who was surprisingly not nominated for an Oscar for his portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
"Selma" Director Ava DuVernay Will Produce Hurricane Katrina Film
David Oyelowo, who starred in Selma as Martin Luther King Jr., will reunite with DuVernay in the upcoming feature film.
How To See All Of The Academy Award-Nominated Best Picture Contenders
Will the Academy make the right call? Watch and determine which title should receive Hollywood's highest film honor.
The Oscars Are Really White, And It's Not Surprising
Selma was snubbed in the acting and directing categories, and the fact that one film was left bearing the burdens of diversity in this year's awards race — the whitest in nearly 20 years — is a big problem. A BuzzFeed Entertainment conversation.
The 17 Biggest Surprises In This Year's Oscar Nominations
No Best Animated Feature nomination for The LEGO Movie?! And only two nominations for Selma?!
Many Golden Globes Acceptance Speeches Focused On Social Justice, Not Self-Congratulations
"I can and I did," said a tearful Gina Rodriguez. Trans issues, Michael Brown, freedom of speech, the ravages of AIDS, rape survivors, and the role of women were all given a spotlight at the 2015 Golden Globes.
Our 9 Favorite Feature Stories This Week: Dirty Cops, Michael Brown Sr., And A Whole Lot Of Elvis
This week for BuzzFeed News, Elise Jordan goes back to her hometown Mississippi to visit the world's most notorious Elvis shrine. Read that and these other great stories from BuzzFeed and around the web.
The Rise Of The Black British Actor In America
Due to a lack of opportunity in their home countries, black British actors are finding success — and meatier roles — telling Black American stories, sometimes even iconic ones. For David Oyelowo, who plays Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, this is one of those transformative moments.
How The Most Important Movie Of The Year Came To Be
Originally, Selma focused on President Lyndon B. Johnson, until director Ava DuVernay stepped in. “I wasn’t interested in telling the story of a white savior,” she told BuzzFeed News.
The "Selma" Cast Wore "I Can't Breathe" T-Shirts To Their Premiere
Co-writer and director Ava DuVernay and many cast members showed their support for Eric Garner and Mike Brown at the New York premiere of Selma, a film that sheds light on another massive civil rights movement in the United States.
John Legend And Chrissy Teigen Provide Free Food For Protesters
On Sunday, a fleet of food trucks served free dinners to protesters in New York City, which were paid for by musician John Legend and model Chrissy Teigen.
35 Movies You Will Be Talking About This Awards Season
From biopics about scientists to biopics about civil rights leaders to biopics about women trekking through the wilderness, here are the most likely contenders for the 2014 season.