Reel Shorts | For Colored Girls

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Since his debut in 2005, writer/producer/director Tyler Perry has nurtured and maintained a loyal following with a series of popular films based on his stage plays that mix emotional characters, spirituality and comedy into a winning formula. His latest film, “For Colored Girls,” is an overly-talky drama featuring some strong individual performances that uplifts the ladies while treating the men as cinematic roadkill.

FilmGordon Radio | Tyler Perry

Hollywood powerhouse, Tyler Perry—whose films to date have grossed more than $400 million worldwide—was a special guest on a special 90-minute version of “Keeping It Reel” with FilmGordon.

The Fall Movie Preview

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As the dog days of summer come to an end, the big-budget blockbusters begin to make way for more serious, award-caliber fare. But for the first time in a decade, there are no fall releases garnering awards buzz that showcase Black actors.

Carey “Colored” No More!

According to a report from People Magazine, Black Reel Award nominee Mariah Carey has pulled out of of the upcoming Tyler Perry’s “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf.”

Reel Talk | Janet Jackson

Singer/actress Janet Jackson discusses her role in Tyler Perry’s upcoming film, “Why Did I Get Married Too?” Jackson discusses why she wanted to do the film, working with Perry and what audiences can expect.

Janet and Mariah are “Colored Girls!”

Writer/director/producer Tyler Perry has cast superstars Janet Jackson and Mariah Carey in his upcoming dream project, “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf.”