"Keeping it Reel" with FilmGordon

This week on the latest episode of the BIG show, it was 15 years ago this week, with the release of Iron Man, that one of the most historic runs in film history began with the launch of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Today, we look back at the most profitable and influential franchise in motion picture history, with our Top 15 Films in the MCU.Plus, we’ll discuss some of the most popular film franchises in film history as well as review James Gunn’s Marvel Swan Song, Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3, and return to the Ton again with Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. We’ll have all of that and more on Episode 537 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the latest episode of the BIG show, we lost a giant with the passing of legendary singer, actor, and activist Harry Belafonte. One of the last links to the “Golden Era of Hollywood,” Belafonte also was an accomplished singer and entertainer. Today, we’ll remember his legacy and discuss his iconic career.Plus, there are a couple of new projects opening this week, including Are You There God, It’s Me, Margaret, The Citadel, and Big George Foreman. We’ll have all of that and more on Episode 536 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the latest episode of the BIG show, the summer movie season is right around the corner and this week we’ll preview some of the most anticipated films that hopefully will bring moviegoers back to the theaters.From the latest superhero movies both from the MCU and DCU to the latest adventures of Ethan Hunt, Dom Torretto, Indiana Jones, and even Barbie – there is something for EVERYONE this summer. We will give you an insightful cinematic primer. Plus, Jonathan Majors is back in the news as more companies are distancing themselves from him. Wake Up With WURD host, Solomon Jones will join us to share his perspective.Also, Snowfall airs its final episode this evening and concludes with the last ride of Damson Idris’ drug kingpin, Franklin Saint. We’ll discuss its legacy and its devasting conclusion. There are a couple of movies and streaming shows to review, including Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant and The Diplomat.We’ll have all of that and more on Episode 535 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the BIG show, one of the most influential film studios in motion picture history, Warner Bros. is celebrating its 100-year anniversary. They not only created some of Hollywood’s greatest movies and film stars, but they also were pioneers behind the innovative technology that put them at the forefront as major players in Hollywood. We’ll look back at the founders and the work they created over the past century.Plus, it’s been almost seven years since we lost one of the singular talents in the music industry, Prince Rogers Nelson. We’ll remember the life and legacy of the Purple One.In addition, we’ll review the upcoming film, Renfield. We’ll have all of this and more on Episode 534 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the BIG show, earlier this week was National Film Score Day and today we look at the Top Ten Black Film Soundtracks. From classic producers such as Quincy Jones, James Brown, and Issac Hayes to more contemporary music visionaries such as Babyface, and Prince, we’ll run down our Top Ten soundtracks and discuss their significance.Plus, from the slums of Shaolin, Wu-Tang Clan strikes again. The RZA, the GZA, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Inspectah Deck, Raekwon the Chef, U-God, Ghostface Killah, and the Method Man . . . the Black Reel Award nominated Outstanding Drama series, Wu-Tang: An American Saga has concluded, and we’ll look back at three seasons profiling, arguably, the greatest group in hip-hop history.In addition, we’ll review this week’s new releases, Beef, Paint, Chevalier, and Air on Episode 533 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the show, Jonathan Majors has dominated the news cycle since word of his arrest began circulating. We discuss the white-house intensity that Majors has been placed under and wonder why that same amount of attention has been paid to a fellow actor, Ezra Miller.In addition, there are several new movies opening this weekend that we'll review, including Spinning Gold, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, A Thousand and One, and Rye Lane.We'll discuss all of that and more in Episode 532 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

On the latest episode of Conversations, writer/director A.V. Rockwell sits down with us to discuss her directorial debut and Grand Prize Jury-winning Sundance Film, A Thousand and One.This New York native shares her journey and enduring love affair with the "city that never sleeps." She also takes pride in Teyana Taylor's performance as well as enjoying a little levity. We'll have all of that and more on the latest episode of Conversations.

This week on the BIG show, the fourth installment of the John Wick franchise opens in theaters this weekend and we’ll discuss the Best Sequels in Movie History.From Lord of the Rings, James Bond to the Godfather, sequels have represented continuity and big bucks for film studios, and we’ll look at some of our favorites.Plus, veteran producer, Victoria Alonso was fired from Marvel and her exit sent shockwaves through the industry. We’ve discussed at length the problems of the past couple of years. Do we see her as part of the problem, or is her separation seen as a possible solution?Also, baseball season is right around the corner and there is a new Amazon documentary on Mr. October, simply titled “Reggie.” We’ll discuss that as well as the aforementioned John Wick: Chapter 4. on Episode 531 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the BIG show, the 95th Academy Awards take place this weekend, and we will preview this year’s Best Picture nominees as well as discuss the industry's premiere event.In addition, we'll recap the fallout from the Chris Rock comedy special as well as the news of the impending sale of BET and its pursuit by billionaires Tyler Perry and Byron Allen.We'll examine what that means on Episode 529 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the BIG show, our panel will discuss the release of Slate Magazine and NPR’s list of the 75 best films from Black directors, called The New Black Film Canon.The list features films over the past century highlighting work from luminaries such as Oscar Micheaux, Spencer Williams, Ousime Sembene, Spike Lee, Melvin Van Peebles, Julie Dash, Gina Prince-Bythewood, and a host of others. Plus, Chris Rock is poised to make history this weekend with his new comedy special, Outrage.Over the next hour, we’ll talk about which films SHOULD have made the list and does this new list truly encompass the entirety of the true Black experience in film.We’ll have all of that and more on Episode 528 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon

On the latest episode of Conversations, we sit down with P.R. maven and author Christal Jordan to discuss her new book, Dear Alpha Female, It’s Not Him. It’s YOU: An Interactive Devotional Designed to Help You Attract the Love You Deserve.She talks about the inspiration behind this book that will help so many women find their joy.

This week on the BIG show, with the Academy Awards less than a month away, we discuss the impact of Best Picture Oscar winners. We take a deep dive into how many winners became timeless and some which didn't leave a mark.Plus, we review Cocaine Bear, recap the 50th Tribute to Lion King choreographer Garth Fagan and talk about Queen Latifah hosting the NAACP Image Awards.We'll have all that and more on Episode 527 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

This week on the BIG show, the 31st movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania hits theaters this weekend. To discuss the film and the kickoff of Phase 5 we invited film critic Jamie Broadnax to be our special guest.In addition, we remember the life and legacy of Raquel Welch and the updated diagnosis of superstar Bruce Willis. We'll have all of that and more on Episode 526 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

On the latest episode of Conversations, we sit down with the Ladies of Godfather of Harlem, Ilfenesh Hadera & Antoinette Crowe-Legacy.The two sit down to discuss Season Three as well as how both of them have carved out impressive character arcs alongside their formidable and larger-than-life real-life characters, Bumpy Johnson and Malcolm X.

On the latest episode of Conversations, we sit down with the show's creators, Everett Downing, Jr. and Patrick Harpin to discuss the origin of the show as well as their inspiration for the creation of the series.

On the latest episode of Conversation, two of the co-stars of the animated space adventure film, My Dad the Bounty Hunter, Priah Ferguson & JeCobi Swain sit down to talk about their roles in the film.

On the latest episode of Conversations, co-stars of Netflix's My Dad the Bounty Hunter, Laz Alonso, and Yvonne Orji sit down to discuss their latest film.

This week on the BIG show, we salute #HipHop50 with our discussion of the 50 Greatest Rappers of All-Time. Plus, we'll recap the Black Reel Awards as well as discuss the life and legacy of Boston Celtics' great Bill Russell profiled in the latest documentary, Bill Russell: Legacy.We'll have all of that and more on Episode 525 of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.

On the latest episode of the BIG show, we preview the upcoming Black Reel Awards, which take place on February 3.In addition, we discuss the announcement from James Gunn and Peter Safran about the new direction that DC Comics will undertake with ten new films over the next several years.Will this latest "reboot" of the franchise work or is DC destined to always be the second banana to Marvel?

On the latest episode of Conversations, Y'lan Noel is our special guest to discuss his starring role in the thriller, A Lot of Nothing.Noel talks about his role, which is a departure from him, his responsibility as an artist, and the parallels between current events and the film.We'll have all of that and more on the latest episode of Conversations.