Ruth E. Carter on Designing ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’s’ 2,100 Costumes and Its New “Latino-Future” Style

They definitely should win awards for costumes. They were outstanding! ~ V The costume designer talks about designing underwater costumes, her use of 3D printers and the intense historical research involved: You’re creating a new world that’s based on a real historical anchor. ~Ruth E. Carter (new Mayan-inspired Talokanil world) Notably the first Black woman to win the Oscar for best costume design, Ruth E. Carter took … Continue reading Ruth E. Carter on Designing ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’s’ 2,100 Costumes and Its New “Latino-Future” Style

Blacklanderz®November 21, 2022November 21, 2022Leave a comment

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“Universal Was Not Afraid”: Spike Lee Reflects on the Fearmongering That First Met ‘Do the Right Thing’

I cannot believe this movie is 30-years-old and we are STILL dealing with this crap today! ~ Vida As the racial drama turns 30 this year, the team behind the groundbreaking $6.5 million film looks back at the turbulent debate over its divisiveness and the rejected ending that Paramount executives had sought: “I said, ‘Hell, no f***ing way.’” Universal is pulling out all the stops … Continue reading “Universal Was Not Afraid”: Spike Lee Reflects on the Fearmongering That First Met ‘Do the Right Thing’

Blacklanderz®June 28, 2019June 28, 2019Leave a comment