The holidays are here and we have listed a few movies for you to check out! Each film is featuring some of our favorite actors, and guest music artists! From @naturi4real to @kirkfranklin, @jonmcreynolds, @mspattilabelle, @iamjasmineguy, @keshiaknightpulliam, @wolfjamesand so MANY more! The culture is showing UP this holiday season with brand new films for the holidays! So, grab a few friends and family members and some hot coco and enjoy! 

Scroll down to check out a few new picks from our staff!

Kirk Franklin’s “Twas The Night Before Christmas” (Lifetime)

“A Wesley Family Christmas” (BET +)

“A New Orleans Noel” (Lifetime)

“The Hip Hop Nutcracker” (Disney)

“The Holiday Stocking” (Hallmark Movies & Mysteries)

“Something From Tiffany’s” (Amazon Prime)

“Jingle Jangle” (Netflix)

Jordan Peele is back with a new film which is set to be a thriller featuring Daiel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer. Releasing July 22nd, this new film will be released in theaters only.

Just before the Super Bowl, Jordan and Universal Pictures dropped the first trailer for “Nope,” the upcoming third feature film from the acclaimed director behind “Get Out” and “Us.” The studio released the first extended look at the upcoming thriller early Sunday morning.

Following a similar Marketing plan as Jordan did for his film “Us”, the plot of “Nope” has largely been kept a secret. The only information that was initially shared about this coming film was that Daniel Kaluuya, who received an Oscar nomination for his lead performance in “Get Out,” would reunite with Peele, and that Keke Palmer had been cast in a key role.

According to Variety, new information has officially been released, with Steven Yeun joining the cast a month later, and Barbie Ferreira, Brandon Perea and Michael Wincott later rounding out the ensemble. Peele also unveiled the first official poster for the film, which depicts an ominous cloud hanging over what appears to be a carnival, with a kite streamer trailing underneath.

Peele serves as writer, producer and director on “Nope.” Ian Cooper also produces and Robert Graf serves as the executive producer. The film was shot using Kodak film and, in addition to regular formats, will also be released in a 65mm IMAX format. The cinematographer for “Nope” is Hoyte van Hoytema, who most recently lensed weighty science-fiction films like “Ad Astra” and “Tenet.”

“Nope” is set to hit theaters on July 22.

Watch the full trailer below:

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The 32-second teaser begins with a montage of both Get Out and Peele’s 2019 film Us before showing three consecutive shots of Kaluuya, Yeun and Palmer in different scenes, gazing upwards. The expressions could allude to the menacing poster for the film, which features an ominous cloud.

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— Jordan Peele (@JordanPeele) July 22, 2021

The film will have cinematography from Hoyte van Hoytema who’s contributed to Let the Right One In, Spectre, and the Christopher Nolan films Interstellar, Oscar-nominated film Dunkirk, and Tenet. Hoytema will also work on Nolan’s next film Oppenheimer.

Are you ready for a new film from Jordan Peele? Are thrillers your thing? Let us know in the comments below!

The story of Venus and Serena is one of faith, hope and perseverance. This is a story that would not exist without the faith and intentionality of their parents Oracene and Richard. If you’re looking for the perfect movie to watch with your family this holiday season, this is a must-see!

ABOUT THIS FILM

Armed with a clear vision and a brazen 78-page plan, Richard Williams is determined to write his daughters, Venus and Serena, into history. Training on Compton, California’s neglected tennis courts–rain or shine–the girls are shaped by their father’s unyielding commitment and their mother’s balanced perspective and keen intuition, defying the seemingly insurmountable odds and prevailing expectations laid before them. Based on the true story that will inspire the world, “King Richard” follows the uplifting journey of a family whose unwavering resolve and unconditional belief ultimately delivers two of the world’s greatest sports legends.

TWO NEW SHINING STARS

In addition to bringing us hope during the holidays, King Richard has also introduced us all to two new singing starts through two of the new leading ladies in the film.

Saniyya Sidney and Demi Singleton are the new stars that bring the characters of Venus and Serena to life in the film and their performance does not disappoint! Standing next to two experienced actors such as Will Smith and Aunjanue Ellis, both of these rising stars held their own! The resemblance between the new actresses and Venus and Serena Williams makes it difficult for anyone to believe they weren’t meant for these roles. Watch Saniyya and Demi speak about their experience and what’s next for them below:

Demi speaks about being a cello player and how she thought that would be her pathway to success before acting became her new focus. Saniyya speaks about her next film where she stars along with Viola Davis who plays Michelle Obama. Saniyya plays Michelle and Barak’s daughter Sasha.

“It’s just one iconic role to the next for you”, says Tamron Hall.

Not only is this film receiving rave reviews from fans across the globe. But, it has also received an “A” Cenima score, over 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and is already an award winning film. So, it’s clear that world is loving this film! But, take a listen in the video below to see what Venus and Serena had to say:

VENUS & SERENA SPEAK UP ABOUT “KING RICHARD”

WHERE TO WATCH:

King Richard the movie is currently in theaters. But, for those who would rather social distance and watch from the comfort of their own home, simply sign up the HBO Max app here to watch. You can also download the app for both Androids and iPhones. The film will only be available on HBO Max until December 19th.