By June Atlas, Villij News Staff The revolution has returned to the big screen. On September 5, Hamilton, the Broadway phenomenon that flipped history into hip-hop, made its long-awaited movie theater debut in honor of the show’s 10th anniversary. Yes, we’ve streamed it, we’ve sung along to it, but there’s something different about seeing a
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By Christ Saint-Hilare Westview Cemetery has a goat problem. As odd as it may initially sound, goats are a relatively common sight at cemeteries. They’re usually used as a low-cost alternative source of lawn care, but from a cursory glance at Westview Cemetery, located on West Copans Road in Pompano Beach, it’s clear that adequate
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Andscape Premieres Memphis to the Mountain on Hulu + Disney+ This story may not be rooted in Pompano, but it resonates deeply across Black communities everywhere. Andscape’s powerful new three-part documentary, Memphis to the Mountain, follows a group of young climbers from South Memphis as they journey from the walls of their local climbing gym to the rugged
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By Villij News Staff | June 12, 2025 LOS ANGELES — Reggae icon Buju Banton delivered an electrifying set at the BET Experience Fan Fest on Saturday, June 7, thrilling fans with a high-energy performance that highlighted the cultural power of dancehall and roots reggae. The performance, held at the Los Angeles Convention Center as
Continue ReadingMiami Beach, FL – The 29th American Black Film Festival (ABFF) lit up South Beach June 11–13, bringing together Hollywood icons, fresh talent, and audiences celebrating Black storytelling. Day 1 opened with the HBO® Short Film Award Showcase, one of the most prestigious short film platforms. Five finalists competed for prizes, as festival ambassador Larenz
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