Black Web Series

Interviews

The Book Look Web Series Celebrates The African American Literary World

The Book Look is your online TV source for celebrating books, authors, celebrities and events relevant to the African American community. The Book Look is a popular review show commonly regarded as the industry’s video hub for African American literature. D. Amari Jackson, the creator of The Book Look, gives readers the inside scoop on […]

We Got Kidz Web Series Shows Fun Side Of Urban Family Life

We Got Kidz web series showcases the fun and quirky side of a positive urban family, and are the perfect complement to our award winning parenting blog http://www.wegotkidz.com. JAM: What gave you the idea to start your web series? Kesha Phillips: My family is super goofy and we absolutely love to have fun together. After running a successful […]

The Marriage Tour Web Series Gives Clever Insight On Marital Issues

Creator of The Marriage Tour web series, David Tinsley used real life experiences to capture the essence of marital life. The Marriage Tour has quickly become a web favorite for it’s natural depiction of love, marriage and real life issues that occur in relationships. In this interview, David Tinsley gives us the details on how […]

The Fit Cycle Web Series Ignites a MOVEment with Artistic Flare

The Fit Cycle is a cinematic wellness endeavor; that is inspired by art, music and a culture of collaboration. The Fit Cycle is moving at the rhythm of life.™ #TheFitCycle, is defined by resourcefulness. It works to inspire folks to make the most of what they have –however little, be it time, capital or possessions– to live more active and engaged lives. #GetItInWhereYouCanFitItIn […]

Moms Web Series Shows Refreshing Twist On Motherhood

A new web series about the interesting joys of motherhood recently premiered on Mother’s Day. Saadiqa Muhammad, spills the beans on creating a web series as a mom on-the-go. JAM: What gave you the idea to start your web series? Saadiqa Muhammad: First, I was a little hesitant because everybody is doing a web series. […]

The Complex: A Black Christian Web Series Expands In Atlanta

The Complex is a Black web series based out of Atlanta. It follows the story of Johanna, an aspiring actress who lives with her twin sister. The web series is comedic but is also spiritually grounded, with a Christian base. Sue-Ann Marie Hines, the lead actress and co-creator of The Complex web series, talks about their new […]

Announcements

Wedding Dates

Feeling like their relationship has got a little stagnant and is in need of an exciting boost, the recently engaged childhood sweethearts, Sean and Jamie, agree to allow each other to go on dates with other people as long as they don’t break ‘The Rules’. The Rules: No kissing or any other funny stuff. No […]

Black Archaeologist – Black In Time

Black Archaeologist Black History Video is a web series whose main character uses a time machine to visit great black people and events of the past. In this episode he time-travels to the African Congo in the year 1640 to meet African Queen Llinga and her female army.

“The One” Web Series Episode One

“The One” Web Series is a project created by filmmaker Christopher Hodge and actress Kristina Sullivan. In episode 1, Troy, a young hip-hop producer is invited to a Valentine’s Day Party he won’t soon forget. Starring: Sekori Russel, Kristina Sullivan, Alonzo Williams, Franchesca Agramonte, Zuri Willis, Marston Fobbs, Ivonnah Erskine, James Surman, and Brandon Valley […]

Newark – An East Side Story

An East Side Story is a web series based in Newark, NJ which will illustrate the true elements and effects of its gang culture that has plagued the city streets for the past decade. Unlike its gang roots in Los Angeles, California, a majority of gang related deaths in Newark are drug related.

” INFLUENCES” Full uncut movie version

“Influences” is an independent web series based on the ruthless streets of New Jersey. This series depicts the danger, drama, and effects of the street life. The only people who can tell you about the hood, are the ones who have experienced that lifestyle. Welcome to the mean streets of New Jersey; it is hard […]

Oddly Oden

Directed by Jeph Cangé and written by Joshua Gilyard, “Oddly Oden” centers around siblings, Elaine and Demetrius Oden as they try to maintain their careers, love lives and finances in Atlanta, Ga. The problem is that they are two immature adults trying to raise two rambunctious children. Expect to fall in love with the flawed, […]

In The News

Girl Reunited With Family After 9 yrs

Either scripts and active content are not permitted to run or Adobe Flash Player version10.0.0 or greater is not installed. Mona, a young girl thought to be dead after a militia attack in Darfur, has now been reunited with her family after 9yrs.

Men In Tights: Fashion Do or Don’t

Either scripts and active content are not permitted to run or Adobe Flash Player version10.0.0 or greater is not installed. A new fashion trend is coming called Meggings but some feel a little uncomfortable about this emerging look.

Tavis Smiley Interviews India Arie

Watch Singer-songwriter India.Arie on PBS. See more from Tavis Smiley. Singer India Arie opens up to Tavis Smiley about her life and recent absence from the public.

14 yr old Arrested For Throwing A Pencil, Spends 21 Days in Jail

When punishment goes too far, a 14 year old spends 21 days in jail for throwing a pencil. Leila Mcdowell from AriseTV covers the criminalization of Black children in the school system.

Forced To Marry At Age 14

CNN covers a sad practice in some Ethiopian communities, where young girls are forced to get married.

Oprah Winfrey Donates $12 Million To African American Museum

The National Museum of African American History And Culture is receiving a $12 million donation from Oprah Winfrey. This is their largest received donation so far. The museum is opening in Washington, DC in 2015. Watch now.

Fan Talk

Fan Talk: A. White Relates To Real Life Issues In “Between Women”

I like it because it portrays situations that not only bi-sexual or lesbian women deal with. Theses are real life issues that every woman or man has been in the midst of. I enjoy it because I can relate to it. I can relate to being with someone that has a kid and the kid […]

Fan Talk: Lisa Jones Laughs Out Loud Watching Niecy Nash’s “Let’s Talk About Love”

“Niecy Nash’s Let’s Talk About Love is an online show centered around love, dating and relationships. The show is featured on Yahoo.com. They talk about all sorts of things and it’s hilarious. It’s a really great show.” – Registered Nurse, Lisa Jones View more episodes. Do you have a favorite web series? Email us at […]

Fan Talk: Jenny Colter Plugs the “Brat Chronicles”

“Da Brat’s new web series is called “Brat Chronicles”. I have been a fair-weather fan of hers for years, but this web series shows a very likable, down to earth, fresh and artistic side of her. It’s just getting off the ground but I think it’s going to go far. She has an intriguing story […]

Fan Talk: Jenny Colter Amazed By “Going Home” Web Series

Reagan Gomez has an amazing web series called “Going Home”. It’s really, really good–the writing, the acting, the storyline….she does it all herself with the help of some family and friends…it’s definitely on a budget. I can see this getting a network slot VERY soon! -Jenny Colter, business owner and pr expert

Fan Talk: Jenny Colter A Huge Fan of “Almost Thirty” Web Series

“I have become a huge fan of the ‘Almost Thirty’ web series directed by Matthew A. Cherry. This show is the absolute funniest program I’ve seen in a long time. The cast is comprised of African-Americans. It’s fresh, witty, organic and realistic–which makes it that much funnier. Kinda reminds you of ‘The Office’.” -Jenny Colter, business owner and pr […]

Fan Talk: Why Cynthia Mincey Loves Awkward Black Girl Web Series

“I find my guilty pleasure from time to time by watching The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl. I’m really not sure how I started watching it. I just remember viewing it one day and cracking my side at how very awkward she is. I don’t get to watch it a lot, but when I find […]