Filmmaker Dash Harris is the brainchild behind the ‘Negro’ docu-series which examines, through a series of interviews, what it means to be black and Latino within the Americas. Dash Harris is blurring the color lines and shedding a much needed light … Continue reading ‘NEGRO’ DOCU-SERIES EXPLORES BLACK LATINO IDENTITY
Synopsis: Twenty years ago, a smattering of large, mineral-rich asteroids crashed into northern Canada and Russia. At a remote mining outpost operated by Cerberus Minerals in the Northwest Territories, an anomalous, crystalline alien object described as the “quartz” has been … Continue reading “Zygote” (short film) – Oats Studios
“Adam” is an award-winning real-time-rendered short film, written and directed by Veselin Efremov, and created by the Unity Demo team. It runs at 1440p on a GeForce GTX980. Learn more about the creation of “Adam”, download the assets and the … Continue reading ADAM – episodes 1 – 3
Madlib is one of the most prolific and acclaimed producers to ever work in music. Through his various projects over the years—from Madvillain to Quasimoto—the musician pretty much changed the way sampling works in hip-hop. Now, in a special called … Continue reading Madlib Meets Ethiopian Legend Ayaléw Mesfin
“17” Short Film feat. Raphael Saadiq, Ty Dolla $ign, Mali Music & Elijah Blake created for Harry Belafonte’s Sankofa. The Visual EP, which made its official February 17th premiere on TIDAL, seeks to raise funds to support grassroots organizing efforts … Continue reading Short Film “17” – Directed by Bush Renz
1Xtra’s Ace hosts an exclusive Q&A from the premier of film ‘Yardie’, chatting to Idris Elba on his directorial debut, and cast members Aml Ameen and Shantol Jackson. Watch the trailer below Continue reading Idris Elba speaks about Directing his debut film “Yardie”.
We had a short visit to New Orleans this year, but we were able to grab a few videos here and there of the city including this tribute for Aretha Franklin in Treme. The people were singing loud with so … Continue reading Aretha Franklin second line tribute – Treme, New Orleans
In the Maya civilization, a peaceful tribe is brutally attacked by warriors seeking slaves and human beings for sacrifice for their gods. Jaguar Paw hides his pregnant wife and his son in a deep hole nearby their tribe and is … Continue reading The Making of “Apocalypto” – Documentary
In an alternate present-day version of Oakland, black telemarketer Cassius Green (Lakeith Stanfield) discovers a magical key to professional success, which propels him into a macabre universe of “powercalling” that leads to material glory. Director/screenwriter Boots Riley, Lakeith Stanfield, Tessa … Continue reading The cast of “Sorry to bother U” interview and trailer.
There are few music careers like that of Scott Storch. The esteemed producer-songwriter made his initial mark in Philly as a key member of the Roots. A great start, but just the beginning of a wild ride to the top. … Continue reading Scott Storch mini Documentary
This film is about a young man who has a mother that suffers from Schizophrenia. This film is not a documentary, but it does show acted out events from the directors real life dealing with his mother’s illness. The director … Continue reading UNSOUND – Based on a True Story (full Film)
UH OH, it’s Fat Tuesday and we are here down in New Orleans for the ZULU parade. The crowd is going fucking crazy for coconuts and beads. The bands are playing loud and the kids are out here excited to … Continue reading New Orleans – ZULU PARADE 2018 – Mardi Gras
