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Black America Web
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
What to Watch This Week: Political Laughs, High-Stakes Action & Heartfelt Connections
Source: Dia Dipasupil/FilmMagic / Dia Dipasupil/FilmMagic This week's must-watch TV and film lineup offers a perfect blend of laughter, thrills, and heartfelt moments. Whether you're in the mood for political satire, blockbuster action, animated nostalgia, or a trippy wellness retreat, check out this week's what to watch TV and film list inside. Looking for a political comedy with a fresh twist? Netflix's She The People follows Mississippi's first Black lieutenant governor as she tries to prove herself in the political arena—all while juggling her over-the-top family and an old-school boss who just can't catch up with the times. This sharp, witty series balances social commentary with family-driven humor, spotlighting a powerful Black woman navigating leadership with grace and grit. If you're into shows like Veep or The Politician , this one's for you. Tom Cruise is back in what could be Ethan Hunt's most dangerous mission yet. In Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning , the IMF team is in a high-stakes race to stop the Entity—a rogue AI that threatens to annihilate humanity. Expect jaw-dropping stunts, edge-of-your-seat suspense, and a chilling reflection on the real-world dangers of artificial intelligence. This final installment promises to be an explosive send-off to the legendary action franchise. Sometimes, the best choice is to revisit a classic. Lilo & Stitch tells the heartwarming story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and her unexpected bond with a mischievous alien. As they build their own version of 'ohana' (family), the live action film dives into themes of grief, belonging, and unconditional love. Whether you're watching it for the first time or reliving the magic, this Disney gem is perfect for a feel-good movie night. Back for a second season, Perfect Strangers —based on Liane Moriarty's bestselling novel—returns to the eerie wellness retreat where nothing is as it seems. Masha, the enigmatic resort director, is still on a mission to 'heal' her guests, but this time, the stakes are even higher. With new twists, deeper psychological layers, and a cast of characters each hiding something, Season 2 is a captivating journey into self-discovery—and madness. Grab your snacks, set your screens, and dive into a week of stories that will make you laugh, think, and feel. Check out the trailers for this week's watch list below: What to Watch This Week: Political Laughs, High-Stakes Action & Heartfelt Connections was originally published on Source:YouTube Stream on Netflix. Source:YouTube Available on FX or to stream on Hulu. Source:YouTube Stream on Netflix. Source:YouTube Out now in theaters. Source:YouTube Out now in theaters. Source:YouTube Available to stream on Hulu. Source:YouTube Available to stream on HBO. 8. 'Big Mouth' The Final Season Source:YouTube Source:YouTube Available to watch via PBS. Source:YouTube Available to stream on Prime Video. Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
IOL News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Tyler Perry's ‘She the People' is a political comedy that misses the mark
Terri J. Vaughn as Antoinette Dunkerson in a scene from 'She the People'. Image: X Tyler Perry's first foray into political satire on Netflix with 'She the People' is more of a show which serves as background noise while scrolling on your phone than it is a compelling comedic masterpiece. The first eight-episode drop of the comedy, which premiered last week and is written, directed and produced by the renowned actor and film-maker, pales in comparison to other stellar series in the genre with shows like 'Veep', 'Spin City' and 'Parks and Recreation.' The storyline, which sees an ambitious lawyer become Mississippi's first black lieutenant governor while battling personal and professional challenges, has much room for exploration. But much of the dialogue falls flat, the jokes barely land, and the overall production fails to leave a lasting impression. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ The series also includes a dynamic cast, spearheaded by the acclaimed Terri J. Vaughn, who plays the titular character of political newbie Antoinette Dunkerson. The actress, who is acclaimed for her roles on 'The Steve Harvey Show' and 'All of Us', is well-versed in Perry's production's having starred in 'Daddy's Little Girls" and 'Meet the Browns.' For 'She the People', Vaughn is joined by familiar faces from the Perry universe, including Jo Marie Payton, Karon Riley and Robert Craighead. Terri J. Vaughn and Robert Craighead in a scene from 'She the People'. Image: X You would think that this assembling of some of the stars from Perry's project would result in some of his finest work, but instead, there is not much chemistry between them, and many of their performances are lacklustre. And while the next instalment of the show, which will be released in August, could redeem its poor debut, it will take a lot for that to happen and for it to rank among Perry's best work. 'She the People' kicks off with Dunkerson making her political intentions known during a local television news interview, only for her to be met with a condescending presenter who insists that she is unlikely to succeed. But Dunkerson is determined to prove her critics wrong. Things then take a turn on election night when she unintentionally goes viral after punching a teenage boy in defence of her daughter at a house party. This spikes her ratings, and she is elated when she wins the election, but her excitement soon dwindles when she meets Governor Harper (Craighead), a sexist politician who is stuck in the past. Harper and his team are determined to sideline her, forbidding her from hiring her own staff and not taking any of her innovative ideas seriously. She even shuts her out, making himself unavailable for any meetings with her. Dunkerson also faces embarrassment when she is sent out on bizarre events to represent the governor, including a pig hollering contest and a country fair where she is verbally attacked by the governor's loyal supporters. While she is attempting to find her feet in this unfamiliar political arena, she is also forced to contend with her zany family, including a rebellious teenager Cleo (Payton), a socially-awkward son Titus (Tré Boyd), an old-school mother Lola (Drew Olivia Tillman) with interesting takes on discipline, as well as her politically-uneducated cousin Shamika (Jade Novah) who she is forced to hire. There is also Basil (Dyon Brooks), Tamika's exuberant boyfriend and Jed (Kevin Thoms), a staffer at the governor's mansion. They both fail to leave a comedic impression, and their characters don't offer depth to the series. Another aspect of the storyline I feel could have been better introduced is Dunkerson's romantic interest in her bodyguard. Much of their interactions are confusing and not as funny as Perry might have intended. In addition, aspects of the show which include political corruption are also featured in a predictable way, and this part of the series failed to leave viewers pondering deeper societal issues as satire sets out to do. 'She the People' might include universal themes of battling self-doubt, overcoming self-doubt and dealing with family conflicts, but it does it in a way that has played out many times on our screens before. As Dunkerson's journey continues on the second part of the inaugural season of 'She the People', here is hoping for less silliness and a more comedic and poignant offering. * I rate 'She the People' 2 out of 5 stars.
Business Wire
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Meet Your Financial 'BFF' in Experian's New Brand Campaign
COSTA MESA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a new full-scale brand campaign that illustrates the evolution of Experian as more than a credit bureau, new ads will launch today featuring actor Sam Richardson playing a role as consumers' transcendent Big Financial Friend. Highlighting how Experian has a multitude of tools and resources to help consumers with their overall financial health, Richardson's warm and trustworthy character will be supporting consumers as they navigate financial decisions throughout their lives. 'As our consumer platform continues to grow, so too has our approach to marketing—evolving to reflect the broader role we play beyond credit in people's financial journeys,' said Dacy Yee, President of Experian Consumer Services. Think of Experian as always there for you While its legacy is in credit, offering consumers access to credit reports and FICO® Scores i, Experian Consumer Services has grown over the last decade to serving nearly 80 million members with features that can help potentially save them money on car insurance ii, find the right credit card, cancel subscriptions and lower rates on bills iii, budget, protect their identity, and more. As consumers' 'BFF,' the campaign aims to bring more awareness to Experian's vast array of tools, and the many ways they can lean on Experian for support in achieving their financial goals. According to Experian research, Gen Z and Millennials are not sourcing experts for financial information or to shop for financial services as a first step. The go-to source is an internet search, followed by asking friends or family for advice among those surveyed ages 18-44. While only about 30 percent of respondents overall go to a financial services company they have an existing relationship with iv. 'As our consumer platform continues to grow, so too has our approach to marketing—evolving to reflect the broader role we play beyond credit in people's financial journeys,' said Dacy Yee, President of Experian Consumer Services. 'This fresh creative direction marks the beginning of a brand transformation that highlights the variety of tools and support we offer. We want consumers to know that Experian is a robust financial ally that has their back throughout their financial life." Richardson brings humor and charm to commercials The first ad will feature Richardson—as a literal giant—who portrays a personal Big Financial Friend, a BFF, to the main character as she makes financial decisions throughout her life. Richardson, known for his roles on Veep and Ted Lasso, will display his comedic chops in a series of ads that will run through the rest of the year. "Everyone wants a BFF. Even better, one who can help with your finances. That's the source that led to the idea of Experian as your Big Financial Friend. Your own financial solutions buddy,' says Todd Miller, Vice President, Chief Creative Director of The Cooler, Experian's in-house marketing agency. 'From the idea's inception, we knew there was no better actor to bring this giant to life than Sam Richardson. His charm, his humor, and his ability to communicate so much with just a smile or a look really hit the mark.' To bring the concept to life, The Cooler partnered with production company Mike Teevee to bring on board world-renowned director Tarsem. 'Rather than shooting the traditional 30s, we created a short film with Tarsem,' added Miller. 'It's a charming three-act story that unfolds across all our consumer channels and touchpoints.' The campaign will debut during the professional basketball playoffs on ESPN and finals on ABC and will also run across a broad range of television and streaming programming. Consumers will also see the campaign through sponsored integrations with Netflix and Roku. To view the first commercial of the new multi-channel campaign, go here. About Experian Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, deliver digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them to save time and money. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, finance, insurance, and many more industry segments. We invest in talented people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and innovate. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Politico list floats 'Democratic shadow cabinet' of political celebrities to combat Trump
Politico writer Bill Scher floated a list of 21 "heavy hitters" ranging from former Biden government officials to comedians on Tuesday to form a "Democratic shadow cabinet" to take on the Trump administration. Scher sought to look beyond the "presidential wannabes" and highlight "accomplished people with the ability to speak plainly and the credibility to puncture the Trump administration's often Orwellian narratives" for his list. One of his examples included New York Attorney General Letitia James serving as "shadow" U.S. Attorney General after her multiple lawsuits against President Donald Trump before and during his second term. Tim Walz Calls For 'Shadow Government' To Counter Trump Admin; Son Dunks On Former Veep Nominee "Perhaps the most effective Democrats in the country right now are the 22 Democratic state attorneys general tying up Trump's executive orders in the courts. But only one can say she won a civil fraud case against the Trump family business with a $450 million judgement, and that's New York's Letitia James," he wrote. Scher looked beyond politicians and former cabinet members for more unorthodox suggestions, such as comedian Jon Stewart for Secretary of Veteran Affairs and former Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser as Administrator of the Small Business Administration. Read On The Fox News App "OK, hear me out on this one. What is a comedian but a small business entrepreneur and traveling content salesperson?" Scher wrote. "Of course, Nikki Glaser's value to a Democratic shadow Cabinet is not her deep knowledge of how government regulations impact small businesses. It's that she has become America's Roaster-in-Chief, who can fearlessly pick apart the biggest celebrities from Tom Brady to Alec Baldwin." He also suggested Bill Nye to lead the Enviromental Protection Agency and for billionaire Mark Cuban to be the Secretary of Commerce. Click Here For More Coverage Of Media And Culture Scher listed more conventional Democratic figures such as Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs as Secretary of Education and Virginia gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger as CIA Director. However, he also suggested Gisele Fetterman, Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman's wife, as Secretary of Homeland Security based on her experience as an undocumented migrant. "As Trump continues on his aggressive deportation campaign, few in America can better personify and articulate what we lose when we vilify people who loved America enough to choose to live here," Scher wrote. Scher cited Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin's call for a shadow cabinet as part of her address to reform the Democratic Party. Rep. Wiley Nickels, D-N.C., also proposed a shadow cabinet in a Washington Post op-ed after Trump's election in article source: Politico list floats 'Democratic shadow cabinet' of political celebrities to combat Trump
Economic Times
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
HBO Max renaming starts meme fest as netizens share hilarious reactions; check here
Warner Bros. Discovery has announced the renaming of its streaming platform Max to its former name, HBO Max, this summer. They dropped the HBO from the logo in 2023 to broaden their appeal, but now have decided against it. This decision has sparked an avalanche of memes online with both the company and fans sharing reactions. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The internet reacts with memes and mockery Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Explaining to my friends I work at HBO Max again. undefined Max (@StreamOnMax) May 14, 2025 HBO Max to Max to HBO Max again, next stop, HBO Max Prime?🤔 Letundefineds hope they donundefinedt loop back to Betamax 😂 undefined Jose M (@JMLV51) May 14, 2025 It makes me wanna die thinking how many meetings were held about this one decision undefined caitie delaney (@caitiedelaney) May 14, 2025 'Coming home this summer' is what really kills me. Like dude just change it undefined Will (@wllottnwldr) May 14, 2025 Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads iundefinedm sure it took them longer to decide on this that it takes them to cancel a show🤦🏻♀️ undefined Luna (@Lil_Luna_IRLz) May 14, 2025 Name change and brand power What's next for the streaming giant? FAQs Disclaimer Statement: This content is authored by a 3rd party. The views expressed here are that of the respective authors/ entities and do not represent the views of Economic Times (ET). ET does not guarantee, vouch for or endorse any of its contents nor is responsible for them in any manner whatsoever. Please take all steps necessary to ascertain that any information and content provided is correct, updated, and verified. ET hereby disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, relating to the report and any content therein. Warner Bros Discovery has brought back the name HBO Max for its flagship streaming service , which is currently known as Max. The name change comes two years after it was 'rebranded' to Max in company announced the recent move during their upfront presentation in New York on May 14 and is expected to take effect later this Bros Discovery took to social media to confirm the return of the iconic HBO branding, which helped define premium television. The decision is a strategic pivot as the executives acknowledged the value of HBO's name recognition and internet, however, has the wildest reactions to the name Max social team led the chaos as they posted memes and witty one-liners referring to HBO favourites like Veep, True Detective, and Game of of the posts Max made on their social media, accompanied by a Matthew McConaughey GIF, read, 'Explaining to my friends that I work at HBO Max again.'The memes posted by Max's social media team prompted the netizens to join in on the fun. One of the users queried if the next stop was HBO Max Prime; they added, 'Let's hope they don't loop back to Betamax.'Other users joked about the number of meetings the team must have likely spent debating the name change. Meanwhile, a few joined with their cold opinions, saying that they never stopped referring to the platform as HBO Max.A user expressed frustration, stating that the executives likely took longer to arrive at a consensus on the name change than they take to cancel a show. Another opined that the corporation shouldn't wait any longer and rebrand the platform as HBO Max streaming service had initially dropped 'HBO' from its name in April 2023, with an aim to signal a broader, family-friendly content offering akin to their rivals like Netflix. However, the top guns are now admitting that shedding the HBO branding likely diluted its impact. Casey Bloys , Chairman and CEO of HBO and Max content, was quoted as saying that they believe the name HBO Max better represents their current consumer proposition. Bloys added that the name change indicates their covert promise to deliver unique content that offers value for money. JB Perrette , CEO of Global Streaming, mentioned that their focus is to provide quality and distinct content for adults and families. Warner Bros. Discovery enjoys robust growth. Its streaming operation has gained 22 million customers in the past year and converted almost $3 billion in earnings. CEO David Zaslav indicated that the corporation is still within reach of its goal of having 150 million subscribers by late Bros. Discovery maintains that the HBO name has high brand value and more accurately reflects the service's emphasis on high-quality, prestige rebrand is anticipated to go live in summer 2025, with the same app and interface but the return of the HBO Max name and branding.
