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The popular FX show Atlanta has won a Peabody Award, it was announced on Tuesday, May 9. It is a prestigious honor for the show, which wrapped after four seasons last fall.
Atlanta also won a Peabody in 2016, its inaugural season. The 2023 awards have 35 winners across all genres of TV entertainment.
The series, created by actor and singer-songwriter Donald Glover, delves into the lives of three friend navigating life in Atlanta.
The awards said the show allows Glover to play “a shiftless Princeton dropout trying to manage his cousin’s burgeoning rap career, won a Peabody for its first season in 2016 for its sharp, evocative depiction of its eponymous city and the cast of characters making their way through it. Now, in its final seasons, the groundbreaking series has transcended its original success by introducing an anthology-style structure in season three that deviates largely from the central cast, allowing the final two installments of Atlanta to display a wealth of creativity and insight.”
What Streaming Service Is Atlanta On?
Because of streaming rights, a lot of content is restricted in the United States, but available elsewhere. Atlanta FX is one of those shows that is pretty easy to watch — outside the continental U.S.
For those in America, Atlanta FX is available on two streaming services: Hulu and Amazon Prime Video.
If you have a subscription to Hulu, you can watch Atlanta FX on demand.
If you have Amazon Prime Video, you can watch Amazon FX for a fee.
On Prime Video, Atlanta FX costs:
- $2.99 an episode
- $17.99 for a whole season
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A certain color wig worn a particular way can only be called one thing: blue magic.
If blue is your favorite color, there are many wigs that will suit your style. A dyed wig can really make you stand out from the crowd.
Why blue, you may ask? If you don’t know, dyed hair is having a moment. The color blue has been associated with dreamy aspirations, softness and sensitivity. It also signifies wisdom and confidence in some cultures. It’s just a beautiful color!
In this article, we’ll look at some of the best blue wigs you can buy online.
Here Are The Best Blue Wigs
Some people like the big brands. Others like colors. While pastel colors like blue aren’t natural hues, a dyed hairpiece can look just as authentic as real human hair. It’s all about the texture of the strands and how you style them.
Let’s look at the best-selling blue wigs that look realistic on you.
Maycaur Light Blue Lace Front
Short Bob Wig
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eNilecor Short Bob Hair Wigs 12″ Straight with Flat Bangs
Ombre Curly Two-Tone Hairpiece
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Blue is a beautiful color for your hair. Not only will it pop with your outfit, but can style it different ways depending on your preference.
If you’ve never worn a lace front, you should consider learning how to take care of it.
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Curly hair can be the messiest look you ever saw, or it can be one of the classiest — but you have to know how to manage it.Thats why taking care of your curly hair should be job one in any kind of weather:Best Products For Curly Hair
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1. Curl Cream Gel by Royal Locks
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2. Design Essentials Natural Curl Enhancing Mousse
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Here’s what one reviewer has to say about Design Essentials Natural Curl Enhancing Mousse: “I was introduced to this product by a co-worker and I really want to know where it has been all my life!! I have 3c/4a/4b texture and it separates my curls PERFECTLY. Before this mousse my wash and go was never really a wash and go. I would have at least 5 steps. This has cut my styling time in half (only 15 to 20 mins) and my hair lasts for at least 3 to 4 days. When I need to refresh I re-wet my hair and add more product.”
3. Aunt Jackie’s Curl La La
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Here’s what one reviewer has to say about Aunt Jackie’s Curl La La: “This stuff is amazing! Found a small jar at my local Family Dollar once but couldn’t find it again. My hair curls on its own when wet but gets a little frizzy in the back and on the sides by my face when it dries.
For best results, the hair should be wet (soaked but not dripping, like just got out of the shower wet). Use a generous amount of the product. I also apply a handful of some kind of oil (I prefer Africa’s Best) to lock in the moisture.
My hair type is 4A/4B and is very porous; my hair soaks up water (and hair product) like a sponge. Your mileage may vary, but it works great for me.”
4. Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream
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Here’s what one reviewer says about Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream. “I love this stuff! It can be used alone (as pictured) and it will keep my curls soft and nice. If it’s humid out I still use a small amount of gel to finish it off to keep it from frizzing out but I think this is my favorite curl cream by far. I use Moroccan oil to moisturize my curls first, then this, and then gel if needed based on weather. I highly recommend this!”
5. Sexyhair Curly Curling Creme
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Here’s what one reviewer says about Sexyhair Curly Curling Creme: “I have (evidently) very porous fine wavy hair. It goes splat flat in the winter and wild with frizz in the summer. Anyway, a stylist at a recent haircut recommended I try this. I’d been using gel, which was OK, but looked dry and lifeless on second day hair. Not this! It dries rapidly and while it perks up the waves, it also gives control and looks great the second day.”
6. DevaCurl B’Leave-In Miracle Curl Plumper
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Here’s what one reviewer says about DevaCurl B’Leave-In Miracle Curl Plumper: “All I can say is O. M.G . Devacurl B’leavin is God sent for fine hair. I have sooo much volume on 1st day hair!!! Never ever has that happened with any of my hair products. Now I have to say that it took me 2x to use this product to get a grasp on how to use it for my fine, 3b/c curly low porosity hair. Make sure to apply in 4 sections on detangled wet hair after using a really good moisturizing conditioner or leave in because this product doesnt add much moisture alone. Once I applied the B’leavin, I smoothed in a very little bit of Ecostyler Argan oil gel on top to each section for hold, let it air dry, and the results were AMAZING!!”
7. Color Wow Dream Coat For Curly Hair
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Here’s what one reviewer says about Color Wow Dream Coat For Curly Hair: “My curls have been waiting for this product! It does everything it’s supposed to do. Light weight, non sticky, doesn’t dry out my hair, no fly away frizzies, enhances my curls from shampoo to shampoo. So happy somebody finally figured out how to make the perfect product for curly hair!”
8. Shea Moisture Coconut Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie
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Here’s what a reviewer says about Shea Moisture Coconut Hibiscus Curl Enhancing Smoothie: “After reading so many reviews on this product, I had to finally buy it. I was very excited because everyone was raving about this it. It’s a heavy cream, almost like a pudding or a custard consistency. It’s very moisturizing and a little goes a long way. Now, it claims that it’s good for Wash n’ goes. There, I don’t agree. I have 4b-4c hair and, while it provides moisture, it does not do a good job at defining my curls.
I paired it with the curling gel souffle and I still didn’t get a lot of definition. And I think I was just wishfully thinking, because I knew deep down that a cream couldn’t provide a lot of definition like a gel does, but I still was hoping. I think this is more for finger coils or twist outs. Its very good at taming the frizz. Or maybe if you have a looser curl pattern this cream would do a better job at defining. Now, I did do finger coils with this and I gotta say that the moisture and the softness the day after was very good. So all and all this cream is good as a styling cream to add a lot of moisture and softness, not very good at defining.”
9. Aussie Leave In Conditioner & Mousse
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Here’s what one reviewer says about Aussie Leave In Conditioner & Mousse: “I have fine hair and lots of it. This is the only conditioner that makes brushing through it a breeze. My hair always ends up shiny and super-soft. Smells great, too. Every time I use something else (yes you, hotel “conditioner”) I remember again why I LOVE this product!”
10. DevaCurl Light Defining Styling Hair Gel
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Here’s what one reviewer says about DevaCurl Light Defining Styling Hair Gel: “A few years ago I had gotten a Deva curl cut and purchased products from a salon. I loved what products did for my hair. I’ve grown up with curly frizzy hair that’s not very coarse but also not very manageable. This gel provides just enough hold for my curls to look great without making my hair super crunchy. The first time I used it I think I used too much but I was able to break apart the curls and they looked great.
“Having had time to play around with the ratio I’ve been able to achieve a look that seems effortless. I literally wash my hair with regular shampoo then flip and condition with my hair upside down and after conditioning I scrunch the gel into my hair while it’s still soaking wet and upside down. This method seems to work best for me but I also have long hair. Where I live there is not much humidity but it gets extremely hot and even with sweating my hair hasn’t frizzed back up and the gel integrity was not compromised. This is a great price for this product, in the salon I paid almost double for a smaller bottle. Will purchase again!”
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A reboot of the early 2000s show Peep Show has been greenlit by FX, AtlantaFi.com has learned. The show is a new twist on the UK show, which was based on the sitcom about two British roommates.
The new series is being executive produced by Stephanie Robinson (What We Do In The Shadows), who will also write for the series. It will be directed by Yana Gorskaya.
Peep Show Reboot Filming In Atlanta
The show’s original producers, Hannah Mackay and Ben Farrell. and co-creators Jesse Armstrong and Sam Bain have also signed on with the new series, according to Variety.
The Peep Show reboot will star Minnie Driver and Amandla Jahava in the lead roles.
Peep Show Casting Call: How To Apply
Casting is being done by Hylton Casting. Here is their latest casting call for Peep Show:
Hylton Casting is currently casting the following background actors to work on the FX TV pilot Peep Show filming on Wednesday, 04/26/2023 in Austell, GA.PROJECT:Peep Show – Pilot Episode for FXBACKGROUND ROLES:INTERIOR WOMEN’S CONFERENCE SCENESCONFERENCE ATTENDEES AND EVENT STAFF– Female and female presenting, all ethnicities, ages 18+– These scenes will portray women coming together from various fields excited to listen to a celebrity-type speaker similar to a TED Talk.Please visit the following link for more information and to submit:With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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A top BET+ show Kingdom Business is holding open casting calls in Atlanta, Georgia. The original series is currently filming Season 2. Do you want to appear in a scene or two?
This article will tell you everything you need to know about Kingdom Business and how you can apply to be an extra and actor on Season 2 of the series.
Kingdom Business Season 2 Casting Call: How To Apply
Hylton Casting is currently casting the following specialty background roles to work on the TV series Kingdom Business Season 2 in scenes filming in Atlanta, GA on Monday, 4/10/23 and Tuesday, 4/11/23.PROJECT:Kingdom Business Season 2Series for BET+Behind-the-scenes look into the world of the gospel music industry and all of the conflict and secrets that come with money, fame and success.SPECIALTY BACKGROUND ROLES:DRUMMERTRUMPET PLAYERTROMBONE PLAYERBASS GUITAR PLAYER– Will be portraying a wedding band in interior wedding venue scenes– Any gender, any ethnicity, ages 20s-60s– Will be pantomiming playing your instrument over a pre-recorded track– Trumpet Player, Trombone Player, and Bass Guitar Player must bring your own instrument for use as a prop in these scenesPlease visit the following link for more information and to submit:Kingdom Business premiered on BET+ on May 19, 2022, is produced by John J. Sakmar; and Kerry Lenhart as well as Holly Carter; DeVon Franklin and Michael Van Dyck.
What Is Kingdom Business About?
Kingdom Business pulls the veil back on the inner workings of the American gospel music business. The musical drama series centers on the reigning gospel queen Denita Jordan and an upstart singer who comes from the world of exotic dancing.
Where Can I Watch Kingdom Business?
You can stream Kingdom Business on BET+. You can also stream the series on Amazon Prime.
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Who Are The Cast Members on Kingdom Business?
The cast members for Kingdom Business include:
- Yolanda Adams
- Serayah
- Michael Jai White
- Michael Beach
- Chaundre A. Hall-Broomfield
- La’Myia Good
- Kiandra Richardson
Final Word
For the past several years, Georgia’s biggest city has been #1 for movie and TV productions. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the latter part of the year and the foreseeable future.
Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.Coming 2 America is just one of many films filmed in Atlanta. See our Movies Page for more.Are you interested in becoming an actor in Atlanta? You’re in the right place!With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Tech pre-accelerator Geekz Ventures recently announced its class of 10 startups for its inaugural cohort program, including some with ties to Atlanta.
The city’s tech industry continues to be one of the most progressive in the nation on many fronts.
The Growth pre-accelerator program supports Black and Latinx-led early-stage companies from any industry, with a focus on MediaTech, Entertainment, and Mobile Technology. Applicants were assessed on their product, video pitch, potential impact, and capacity to build a scalable business.Kicking off in March 2023, the highly competitive 10-week program offers training, mentorship, and resources to help founders build successful businesses. Geekz Ventures provides access to world-class mentors and coaches, peer-to-peer networking, and an equity-free grant with the possibility for follow-up funding.
Topics such as branding, scaling operations, knowing your numbers, product market fit, and emotional intelligence in leadership will be covered.
In addition, founders participate in workshops and one-to-one office hours. They will also gain media exposure, including opportunities to be featured on the digital news platform, UrbanGeekz.
Geekz Ventures is founded by award-winning BBC-trained journalist-turned-serial entrepreneur Kunbi Tinuoye. Former WeWork Enablement executive Brandon Wilkins will serve as the program manager.
“We were inundated with applications,” said Tinuoye.” After a rigorous application process, we have selected founding teams that we truly believe can build sustainable and scalable brands.”
Geekz Ventures program manager Brandon Wilkins said, “What’s exciting me the most is being able to witness up-and-coming black-founded tech startups. Black people still represent the tech space in low numbers, and I’m excited to see the innovation and growth.”
Speaking about one startup that has caught his eye, Wilkins cites The Barter Shop. Aimed at creating an inclusive micro-economy for small businesses and solopreneurs, the startup was founded in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the home of Black Wall Street. For Wilkins, “with the history of what happened there, this takes determination and great bravery.”
Mentors and coaches include Mandela SH Dixon, the former CEO of All Raise, a non-profit on a mission to accelerate the success of female and non-binary investors, founders, and operators in tech.
Gary Stewart, MD of Techstars NYC powered by J.P. Morgan joins Hodge Dixon alongside other high-profile leaders in the media or tech startup ecosystem.
Other mentors include Kathryn O’Day, partner at Atlanta Ventures; Marguerite Pressley Davis, founder of Finance Savvy CEO, Aniyia L. Williams, Principal at Omidyar Network, and Terry (Kojo) Oppong, Creator Manager at LinkedIn, among others.
“I am impressed with the cohort of early-stage founders that Geekz Ventures has assembled and proud to serve as a mentor,” said Danielle Nicholson, Geekz Ventures coach, and founder and CEO of BuilderBloc, a legal and business advisory firm that works with early-stage founders in emerging markets. “I look forward to providing these founders with the legal guidance required to build a solid foundation for future success.”
Geekz Ventures also provides an outlet for its entrepreneurs to work on their emotional health, professional relationships, and stress management.
“Our mission is to empower business owners and entrepreneurs of color to create the lives they always imagined for themselves,” said Geekz Watch coach Chantel Cohen and founder of CWC Coaching & Therapy, which provides therapy and coaching services to entrepreneurs and professionals alike. “We are excited to work with Geekz Ventures. Through this partnership, our goal is to promote prosperity for underrepresented founders on a global scale,”
Meet the 10 Startups:
- Hayti
Hailing from North Carolina, Hayti is the largest Black-owned app that aggregates digital content from newspapers, magazines, videos, and podcasts highlighting content from Black content creators around the world. Founded by Cary Wheelous, Hayti is the first mobile app to feature over 200+ Black publishers and over 1,000 Black Podcasters on both Android and iOS.
- Animteam
Founded by Victor Williamson, Animteam is the first collaborative editing app for traditional 2D frame-by-frame animation. Animators can paint digitally, animate on a timeline, and collaborate in real time on their animated projects.
- visuEats
Founded by Sophronia McKenzie, visuEats is a restaurant web and mobile app that provides photo and video menus creating an interactive and personalized dining experience. visuEats’ turnkey solution offers the restaurant industry a digital menu with reservations, online ordering, and delivery within one platform.
- InColorStock
InColorStock’s membership-based model enables photographers to directly showcase their work to brands and companies looking to license racially diverse and culturally accurate stock content that gets it right. InColorStock is founded by veteran journalist and producer Claritza Jimenez.
- Lyricster
Founded by Summer “Soulstress Williams, Lyricster is a collaboration matching app and social network for music creators. We are the solution to organic discovery, networking, and relationship building for songwriters, producers, and composers around the world.
- Spawnn
Spawnn is an AI highlight reel detection and data analysis platform for gamers. By finding gamers’ most viral moments, we are focused on building for the over 1 billion people that watch video gaming content every day. Spawnn is the brainchild of the University of Southern California grads Buchi Obi and Will Hollingsworth
- ALIVE Podcast Network
Consider us the black Spotify for podcasts. We educate our hosts and entertain our listeners all while building a robust interface to interact and engage with the hosts you love. We’re the media tech company that’s helping black content creators monetize their content, and amplify their voice, all while maintaining ownership of their IP. ALIVE Podcast Network is founded by Angel Livas.
- Seed At The Table
Seed At The Table is a tech-enabled Financial Ecosystem operating as an LLC (not a fund) that’s committed to providing its community of diverse professionals and entrepreneurs with equitable access to capital, opportunity, and resources. Seed At The Table LLC, provides three primary solutions in the form of access to a resource-rich and affinity-aligned network, financial literacy education, and capital access. Founder Pierre Le Veaux is the brains behind the brand.
- The Barter Shop
Founded by Shanice Brown, The Barter Shop mobile app is a revolutionary marketplace that empowers small businesses and individuals to thrive in times of need. The Barter Shop platform allows users to exchange services without the need for money, creating a micro-economy that is community-focused and inclusive.
- PrimoStats
Founded by Shayla Price , PrimoStats is a searchable database of curated marketing statistics. We help content marketers find and cite relevant statistics to add credibility to their content. That way, content marketers can work smarter, not harder.
Final Word
The tech industry has tightened its belt as of late, but continues to churn out incredible ideas and talent. Atlanta plays a big role in that and will continue to do so.
Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
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The Disney movie The Pocketwatch is hiring up extras in casting calls and filming in Atlanta, Georgia.
While not a lot of information has been revealed about The Pocketwatch, we’ve been able to pull together some key facts about the Atlanta-filmed project.
What we do know is that the film is a spin-off of The Descendants and revolves around the troublemaking offspring of Disney’s classic villains: Cruella De Vil, Maleficent, the Evil Queen and Jafar.
The Pocketwatch: What You Need To Know
The Pocketwatch is an original musical movie being produced by Disney that will stream on Disney+. While Disney has been known to change titles on movies and TV series well into production, the film is being made under the working title of “The Pocketwatch.”
The film is being directed by Jennifer Phang (Half-Life, Foundation) based on a script from Dan Frey and Russell Sommer. Alexis Frank Koczara and Christine Smith Shevchenko have been tapped as casting directors for the movie.
The Pocketwatch Casting Call
UPDATE LOOKING FOR FEMALES ONLY – 40’s to 50’s and a dress size 0- 8 — UPCOMING MONDAY 3/6, TUESDAY 3/7 and WEDNESDAY 3/8 on stage in Covington GA — we are looking for folks to portray staff in a sort of fairy tale world — — email a recent photo, all clothing sizes and all contact info to: PocketWatchExtras@gmail.com — 3 DAY STAFF in SubjectWhat Is The Plot Of The Pocketwatch?
A summary of the project says: “The expansive new story finds polar opposites Red and Chloe crossing paths at a momentous celebration in Auradon when unexpected chaos breaks out.
“In order to prevent an impending coup, they must join forces to travel back in time, via a magical pocket watch created by the Mad Hatter’s son, to stop an event that would lead to grave consequences.”
Who’s Been Cast In The Pocketwatch?
We know that singer Rita Ora has been cast as the villainous Queen of Hearts who rules over the kingdom of Wonderful. Brandy is back as Cinderella in the film as well.
Castmembers for The Pocketwatch include:
- Rita Ora
- Brandy Norwood
- Kylie Cantrall
- Malia Baker
- China Anne McClain
- Dara Reneé
- Joshua Colley
- Morgan Dudley
When Is The Pocketwatch Being Released For Streaming?
A streaming release date has yet to be determined for The Pocketwatch, which we know is scheduled to stream on Disney+.
Production for the project isn’t scheduled to end until March 2023, with post-production set to start then.
Where Is The Pocketwatch Being Filmed?
Production for the film has started in Atlanta and they are also holding open casting calls for those who want to work on the project.
“With a captivating script and Jennifer Phang’s directorial vision, we’re setting a new high bar of creativity and imagination, with a movie that ups the ante on story, song and dance to entertain young viewers, their families, and the global fan base that grew up with the aspirational story of ‘Descendants,” Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television, said in a statement.
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Are you interested in becoming an actor in Atlanta? You’re in the right place!With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Angela Bassett has been nominated for an Academy Award for her role in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
The Oscar nominations were announced on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023.
Bassett is the first actress to be nominated for an Oscar for a Marvel movie.
Last month at the 2023 Golden Globes ceremony, Bassett took home the Best Supporting Actress award for the same role.
Bassett dedicated her award to late co-star Chadwick Boseman, who died in 2020 from cancer.
We mourned, we loved, we healed. We were surrounded each and every day by the light and the spirit of Chadwick Boseman,” Bassett told the audience. “We have joy in knowing that with this historic ‘Black Panther’ series, it is a part of his legacy that he helped to lead us.”
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was nominated for several other awards at the star-studded event which was held on January 10, 2023 event, but the Supporting Actress is a big one as it may influence how the Academy Awards vote next month.
Bassett, 64, played Queen Ramonda in the franchise, the mother of T’Challa and Shuri and the widow of King T’Chaka.
Angela Bassett wins Best Supporting Actress for Atlanta-filmed Black Panther: Wakanda Forever #GoldenGlobes2023 https://t.co/8iC1yTiJQF pic.twitter.com/ICLquiZTbo
— ATLHAPS (@atlhaps) January 11, 2023
The film also stars Letitia Wright, Lupita Nyong’o, Winston Duke, Danai Gurira and Danny Sapani.
Atlanta played a huge role in the makings of the Black Panther films.
Atlanta was the central production hub for both Black Panther movies and casting calls were held locally for both as well.
Like its predecessor, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was filmed in various parts of the United States and Puerto Rico. Major production was done just outside Atlanta at Trilith Studios, as well as around Georgia, including in Brunswick at the Mary Ross Waterfront Park.
Tyler Perry Studios was used for some key scenes in the first Black Panther movie. This time, the production moved around quite a bit.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was released in the United States on November 11, 2022 as part of Marvel Studios’ Phase Five production slate.
Speaking of Angela Bassett, the actress recently caught Sheila E. at City Winery in Atlanta, and when “Glamorous Life” came on, she blessed us with the moves!
Good morning to Angela Bassett ONLY 💚 pic.twitter.com/vMcVLm6J1D
— MEFeater Magazine (@mefeater) July 12, 2021
Atlanta is rallying around Black Panther 2 something serious, especially after Coogler went to bat for Georgia-based businesses by agreeing to keep production in the Peach State.
Final Word
No matter what happens, we know that Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever will be an instant hit and bring even further spotlight to Atlanta as the new center of the moviemaking universe.
Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label.. If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.Subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Filmmaker and Morehouse College alumni Spike Lee is underscoring his love for Atlanta with a new program. He has teamed up with The Gersch Agency to form the Spike Fellows Program, a fellowship to help students at the Atlanta University Center, including Morehouse, Morris Brown and Clark Atlanta students.
“It is with great honor, privilege, and excitement to announce the Spike Fellows in association with my partners The Gersh Agency and the AUCC. From the jump, from the get-go, I knew when (not if) I opened a crack in the door, I was bringing as many Black and brown folks with me in front and behind the camera,” Lee said in a news release.
The fellowship program begins in earnest in January 2023 and Lee has signed on for a multi-year commitment.
The Spike Fellows Program will be comprised of five graduating students from AUCC — selected by a panel including Lee, the AUCC community and Gersh management.
The program will provide academic debt relief, industry mentorship, post-graduate internships and full-time employment, according to Deadline.
Lee graduated from Morehouse in the spring of 1979 and went on to shoot his groundbreaking film “She’s Gotta Have It,” a few years later. Widely seen as a film pioneer, Lee doesn’t get nearly enough credit for his star-discovery abilities.
The first full-length films of actors such as Martin Lawrence, Rosie Perez, Robin Harris, Queen Latifah and Halle Berry were Spike Lee Joints.
Lee said that he has always had an affinity for HBCUs, which he has tried to reflect on film.
“I know firsthand the education one receives at a Historically Black College and University. I am who I am because of my grandmother (Zimmie Jackson) and my mother (Jacquelyn Shelton Lee) who both graduated from Spelman College. I am who I am because of my grandfather (Richard Jackson Shelton) and my father (William Lee) who both graduated from Morehouse. It’s on the campuses of Spelman and Morehouse where they met, fell in love, and got married. As my elders often told me, ‘Deeds not words.’”
Final Word
Lee isn’t the only famous filmmaker making a way for young enthusiasts in the craft. The Tyler Perry internship program is accepting students.
Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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A new BET+ series with comedian Deon Cole is filming and casting in Atlanta, Georgia. Average Joe is being directed by Eric Dean Seaton, who has helmed episodes of Black-ish and more.
The series is being described as a “dark comedy” from producer Robb Cullen and McG.
Average Joe: What To Know About The BET+ Series
Average Joe is set in a Pittsburgh neighborhood, according to Imdb. The story follows “Joe Washington, who discovers his recently deceased father had stolen millions of dollars from dangerous people, and now those people think Joe knows where it is, so he must find the truth and the millions.”
What Is The Cast of Average Joe?
Along with Deon Cole in the title role, Average Joe stars Chris Petrovski, Dimitri Dzhugashvili, Darin Toonder, Stan Harris, Michael Vitovich and Niko Ilias.
Main cast members also include Michael Trucco as Benjamin “Touch,” Tammy Townsend as Angela Washington,
Pasha D. Lychnikoff, Nicolai Dzhugashvili, Malcolm Barrett as Leon Montgomery, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams as Cathy Montgomery and Ashley Olivia Fisher as Jennifer Washington.Where Is Average Joe Filming?
Average Joe is filming in and around Atlanta, Georgia.
How To Get Cast In Average Joe?
Hylton Casting is handling casting calls for the BET+ production. Here is what they need and how to apply.
Hylton Casting is currently casting the following photo double roles for the TV series Average Joe Season 1 filming in Atlanta, GA.PROJECT:– Series for BET+MITCH– Caucasian Male, ages 18-40s– Height: 6’1 – 6’3– CLICK HERE photo examples of the actorFinal Word
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