Writer-Director-Producer Jordan Peele made a quick rise to fame with the back to back hits “Get Out” and “Us” that had everyone’s mind blown. As a mastermind of cinematography, Peele uses strategic lighting, shadowing, background imagery, symbols, and music to convey a powerful visual and message. Known for his psychological horror films, Peele takes the… Read on
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I enjoy Black History Month each year. It’s a time when I get to hear about and study great African American people that have made a great contribution to society. Frederick Douglass is a notable person of interest. “He’s Black royalty,” as my mother would say. During my studies of him this year, something that… Read on
In the beginning We were together as one Living united under kingdoms Flourishing beneath our African sun Like the devil in disguise Greed conquered the motherland Gold melanin bodies Soon held captive by foreign command Across the seas And through the storms We sailed into a misery Lasting centuries long This hell on earth Birthed… Read on
"Being stripped of our rights and everything we have ever loved / But even still, we remain the best creatures known to love," writes VOX ATL staff writer Salena Cleveland, "Our black is beautiful. " Read on
Like most black kids, in my household, Black History Month extends beyond February 28th. It is apart of who I am. When I was little, the elders in my family would share with me stories about their lives during segregation. I got to hear firsthand the challenges and stereotypes that they and their parents had… Read on