Warner Bros. is developing a movie about Michael Brown “that is tonally and thematically similar to ‘Crash.'” The news comes courtesy of the Tracking Board, who report that the studio has acquired the rights to Lezley McSpadden’s memoir “Tell the Truth & Shame the Devil: The Life, Legacy, and Love of My Son Michael Brown.” “Crash,” which won Best Picture in 2006, used a cross-cutting narrative to explore racism in Los Angeles — an approach that remains controversial even now.
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Brown was shot and killed by a police officer in August of 2014, leading to ongoing unrest in Ferguson, Missouri. The Tracking Board further reports that Warner Bros. is seeking a writer of color to adapt McSpadden’s book, which was published last year.
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Brown was shot and killed by a police officer in August of 2014, leading to ongoing unrest in Ferguson, Missouri. The Tracking Board further reports that Warner Bros. is seeking a writer of color to adapt McSpadden’s book, which was published last year.
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- 6/17/2017
- by Michael Nordine
- Indiewire
Magnolia Pictures has released the teaser trailer and poster for “Whose Streets?,” Sabaah Folayan & Damon Davis’ documentary about Ferguson, Missouri and the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement. Avail yourself of both below.
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Here’s the synopsis: “Told by the activists and leaders who live and breathe this movement for justice, ‘Whose Streets?’ is an unflinching look at the Ferguson uprising. When unarmed teenager Michael Brown is killed by police and left lying in the street for hours, it marks a breaking point for the residents of St. Louis, Missouri. Grief, long-standing racial tensions and renewed anger bring residents together to hold vigil and protest this latest tragedy. Empowered parents, artists and teachers from around the country come together as freedom fighters. As the National Guard descends on Ferguson with military grade weaponry,...
Read More: ‘Whose Streets?’ Review: Ferguson Doc Shows the Birth of Black Lives Matter With Unrelenting Power — Sundance 2017
Here’s the synopsis: “Told by the activists and leaders who live and breathe this movement for justice, ‘Whose Streets?’ is an unflinching look at the Ferguson uprising. When unarmed teenager Michael Brown is killed by police and left lying in the street for hours, it marks a breaking point for the residents of St. Louis, Missouri. Grief, long-standing racial tensions and renewed anger bring residents together to hold vigil and protest this latest tragedy. Empowered parents, artists and teachers from around the country come together as freedom fighters. As the National Guard descends on Ferguson with military grade weaponry,...
- 4/29/2017
- by Michael Nordine
- Indiewire
Lil Snupe was shot and killed on June 20. One week before his passing, Lil Snupe sent out a number of positive tweets, making his death that much more upsetting. So sad.
On week after tweeting, “Alotta People Thought i Wouldn’t Make it 2 See This Day,” on his 18th birthday, Lil Snupe — real name Adarren Ross — was reportedly shot twice and killed on June 20.
Lil Snupe Died: Shot & Killed After Positive Twitter Messages
Emerging rapper Lil Snupe, a recent signee to Meek Mill‘s Dream Chaser’s label, was proud to have made it to his 18th birthday. While that may seem like a strange thought to some, Lil Snupe felt “blessed 2 see 18,” he tweeted on June 13.
Lil Snupe Dies At A Young Age
Sadly, Lil Snupe only lived for seven more days before he was reportedly shot and killed.
Winnfield Police say that Snupe was killed just after 4:00 a.
On week after tweeting, “Alotta People Thought i Wouldn’t Make it 2 See This Day,” on his 18th birthday, Lil Snupe — real name Adarren Ross — was reportedly shot twice and killed on June 20.
Lil Snupe Died: Shot & Killed After Positive Twitter Messages
Emerging rapper Lil Snupe, a recent signee to Meek Mill‘s Dream Chaser’s label, was proud to have made it to his 18th birthday. While that may seem like a strange thought to some, Lil Snupe felt “blessed 2 see 18,” he tweeted on June 13.
Lil Snupe Dies At A Young Age
Sadly, Lil Snupe only lived for seven more days before he was reportedly shot and killed.
Winnfield Police say that Snupe was killed just after 4:00 a.
- 6/21/2013
- by Christopher Rogers
- HollywoodLife
One week after turning 18-years-old, aspiring rapper Lil Snupe was killed in an shooting in his hometown of Winnfield, La. A suspect is in custody.
This is so sad. One week after tweeting “Blessed 2 See 18,” emerging rapper Lil Snupe, a recent signee to Meek Mill‘s Dream Chaser’s label, was killed in a shooting. In the early hours of June 20, Lil Snupe — real name Adarren Ross — was reportedly shot twice and has since died.
Lil Snupe Dies At 18 Years Old
Lil Snupe celebrated his 18th birthday on June 13, and posted a series of pictures of his birthday cake on Instagram, and wrote “Blessed 2 See 18.”
Winnfield Police say that Snupe was killed just after 4:00 a.m. at an apartment where he was visiting in Winnfield, Louisiana, reports Knoe 8 News. Officials say the shooting happened at Maplewood Apartments at S. Jones Streets.
There is a suspect, but no one has been arrested.
This is so sad. One week after tweeting “Blessed 2 See 18,” emerging rapper Lil Snupe, a recent signee to Meek Mill‘s Dream Chaser’s label, was killed in a shooting. In the early hours of June 20, Lil Snupe — real name Adarren Ross — was reportedly shot twice and has since died.
Lil Snupe Dies At 18 Years Old
Lil Snupe celebrated his 18th birthday on June 13, and posted a series of pictures of his birthday cake on Instagram, and wrote “Blessed 2 See 18.”
Winnfield Police say that Snupe was killed just after 4:00 a.m. at an apartment where he was visiting in Winnfield, Louisiana, reports Knoe 8 News. Officials say the shooting happened at Maplewood Apartments at S. Jones Streets.
There is a suspect, but no one has been arrested.
- 6/20/2013
- by Eleanore Hutch
- HollywoodLife
Young Jeezy makes a bold return, while upstarts like Machine Gun Kelly make our must-watch list, in Mixtape Daily.
By Rob Markman
Lil Wayne
Photo: MTV
Mixtape Daily: Midseason Report
The mixtape is what sets rappers apart from artists in other musical genres. Before gearing up for a major album release, you won't find Lady Gaga or Coldplay dropping a full-length, promotional body of work for their fans to enjoy for free. But this year alone, Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, Game and Soulja Boy have all served up mixtapes to their loyal fans. This is what makes hip-hop unique and it's also what makes MTV News' Mixtape Daily necessary.
When Weezy, one of rap's biggest superstars, dropped his Sorry 4 the Wait mixtape in July, fanatics flocked to their favorite blog sites to download the cohesive collection of freestyles. The mix was an aptly titled apology to Wayne's faithful following, an...
By Rob Markman
Lil Wayne
Photo: MTV
Mixtape Daily: Midseason Report
The mixtape is what sets rappers apart from artists in other musical genres. Before gearing up for a major album release, you won't find Lady Gaga or Coldplay dropping a full-length, promotional body of work for their fans to enjoy for free. But this year alone, Lil Wayne, Young Jeezy, Game and Soulja Boy have all served up mixtapes to their loyal fans. This is what makes hip-hop unique and it's also what makes MTV News' Mixtape Daily necessary.
When Weezy, one of rap's biggest superstars, dropped his Sorry 4 the Wait mixtape in July, fanatics flocked to their favorite blog sites to download the cohesive collection of freestyles. The mix was an aptly titled apology to Wayne's faithful following, an...
- 8/22/2011
- MTV Music News
James Franco returning to General Hospital
Soaps in Depth tweeted over the weekend that Franco would be back on the soap in early fall.
"Franco" back to Gh on September 20
TV Guide Magazine reveals the date of Franco's return and says Franco's upcoming story arc is being called "longterm," meaning we'll see him well into the fall and possibly beyond.
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Starring James Franco, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow, Brian Cox, Tom Felton, and Andy Serkis, director Rupert Wyatt’s Rise of the Planet of the Apes opens in the U.S. on August 5, 2011.
James Franco Sells $10,000 Piece of Non-Visible Art
Montreal web producer, social media marketer, model and actor Aimee Davison dished out $10,000 for the conceptual piece “Fresh Air,” which is described as: A unique piece, only this one is for sale. The air you are purchasing is like buying an endless tank of oxygen.
Soaps in Depth tweeted over the weekend that Franco would be back on the soap in early fall.
"Franco" back to Gh on September 20
TV Guide Magazine reveals the date of Franco's return and says Franco's upcoming story arc is being called "longterm," meaning we'll see him well into the fall and possibly beyond.
Watch: Rise of the Planet of the Apes Comic Con Teaser
Starring James Franco, Freida Pinto, John Lithgow, Brian Cox, Tom Felton, and Andy Serkis, director Rupert Wyatt’s Rise of the Planet of the Apes opens in the U.S. on August 5, 2011.
James Franco Sells $10,000 Piece of Non-Visible Art
Montreal web producer, social media marketer, model and actor Aimee Davison dished out $10,000 for the conceptual piece “Fresh Air,” which is described as: A unique piece, only this one is for sale. The air you are purchasing is like buying an endless tank of oxygen.
- 7/25/2011
- by We Love Soaps TV
- We Love Soaps
It was a great year for street albums, and Mixtape Daily salutes the street kings.
By Jayson Rodriguez, with additional reporting by Hillary Crosley, Rahman Dukes, Steven Roberts and Richard Sancho
DJ Drama, DJ Holiday and DJ Scream
Photo: Getty Images/ MTV News
The mixtape game took a shot to the heart a few years ago when DJ Drama's office was raided by the feds. Artists increasingly opted to make mixtapes that were essentially albums, projects produced without help from DJs and comprised mostly of original material.
But slowly Gangsta Grillz began populating blogs, the same way they used to populate the streets, and those sites served as the new Burkinas. In the last 12 months, the mixtape circuit has never been healthier — just look at Dram still putting out his trademark rap heat and getting his slow jam on, pushing collections by the likes of Chris Brown, among other R&B stars.
By Jayson Rodriguez, with additional reporting by Hillary Crosley, Rahman Dukes, Steven Roberts and Richard Sancho
DJ Drama, DJ Holiday and DJ Scream
Photo: Getty Images/ MTV News
The mixtape game took a shot to the heart a few years ago when DJ Drama's office was raided by the feds. Artists increasingly opted to make mixtapes that were essentially albums, projects produced without help from DJs and comprised mostly of original material.
But slowly Gangsta Grillz began populating blogs, the same way they used to populate the streets, and those sites served as the new Burkinas. In the last 12 months, the mixtape circuit has never been healthier — just look at Dram still putting out his trademark rap heat and getting his slow jam on, pushing collections by the likes of Chris Brown, among other R&B stars.
- 12/14/2010
- MTV Music News
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