(Akiit.com) (***1/2) All hail single moms raising kids they didn’t birth. Dedicated parents who shepherd children into adulthood. They’re saints. It’s almost as if this family film’s theme was ripped from the headlines in this twisted era of demeaning mothers who raise youngsters that didn’t come from their bodies. Or ...
(Akiit.com) Nationwide — Beyoncé Knowles-Carter is making a significant impact by shining a spotlight on Black cowboys and equestrian culture, not just through her music but also through her philanthropic efforts. Her foundation, BeyGOOD, has taken a deep interest in supporting the rich, yet often overlooked, history of Black cowboys, cowgirls, farmers, ...
(Akiit.com) SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. – Comedian Mike Goodwin will bring his family-friendly brand of humor to Bradshaw Performing Arts Center (BPAC) Comedy Series Friday, October 4, 2024, at 7 p.m. as part of his “Big Dad Energy” tour. Known for his signature bowtie and clean comedy, Goodwin has garnered fans ...
(Akiit.com) Jomilla Denae, a seasoned journalist and storyteller, is excited to announce the premiere of her highly anticipated podcast, *JOMILLA DENAE*, set to launch on September 22. This podcast promises to be a raw, intimate journey through the ups and downs of life, faith, and the power of redemption. Jomilla, known ...
(Akiit.com) (**1/2) She sold her soul to the devil. Now she wants it back. It was too good to be true. Frida (Naomi Ackie), a clumsy cocktail waitress at a classy fundraiser for rich folks, eyes the main attraction. It’s tech billionaire Slater King (Channing Tatum). Think Elon Musk, but handsome. They ...
(Akiit.com) There is a tradition on the airwaves of Houston known as “Friday Oldies” on The Choice 90.9 KTSU-FM. I have had the privilege of hosting “The Friday Express” every Friday evening for many years. In fact, I literally grew up on the air at KTSU, learning and getting to ...
(Akiit.com) (**1/2) She was a pioneer. A political warrior. A woman who’s earned an esteemed place in herstory. After Frederick Douglas (1848), Edwin Taylor (1904) and Channing E Phillips (1968). Before Jesse Jackson (1984), Alan Keyes (1992) and Barack Obama (2008). There was Shirley Chisolm (1972). All vied to be ...
(Akiit.com) (***) It’s a start. One day Latino superheroes will be everyday marvels. Not a rarity. This is the beginning. Blue Beetle first appeared in a comic book back in 1939, in a story about an archaeologist who found a magical blue scarab in Egypt that gave him superpowers. It ...
(Akiit.com) (**) If a horror film goes for the jugular it has to have fangs. Right? Taking a chapter from Bram Stoker’s 1897 novel Dracula and adapting it into a fright film is a good start. Great source, good premise, legendary story and characters. The right casting, astute direction, reams of dread, ...
(Akiit.com) (***) “I don’t know what I just saw. But I liked it!” That’s what movie fans will say collectively when they stagger out of the theater after being assaulted with adrenalin-pumping action scenes for 2h 21m. It’s a formula that’s worked for 22 years, ever since The Fast and Furious premiered ...
(Akiit.com) (***1/2) “I love that brown ball.” That’s what a 7-Eleven cashier says to a Nike basketball exec as he buys magazines with NBA stars on the covers. The young man expresses what kids, teens and adults around the country feel. An affinity for basketball, its heroes and camaraderie. A fellowship. ...
(Akiit.com) Weddings are a special and significant event in many cultures worldwide. They are a celebration of love, commitment, and the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of the couple getting married. Weddings mark the union of two individuals who are willing to spend the rest of their ...