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Middleton backs basketball-driven doc linking MLK and Obama for unity
entertainment1 month ago

Middleton backs basketball-driven doc linking MLK and Obama for unity

Khris Middleton produced the 20-minute animated documentary Hoops, Hopes & Dreams, debuting on Hulu on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which shows how Martin Luther King Jr. and Barack Obama used basketball to connect people, energize outreach, and inspire young voters; the film won best documentary short at the 2025 Cleveland International Film Festival and features interviews with notable figures, reflecting Middleton’s commitment to social impact through sports.

via Andscape|
#basketball#documentary#entertainment
"Revisiting MLK and Malcolm X: A Fresh Perspective on Visionary Civil Rights Leaders"
arts2 years ago

"Revisiting MLK and Malcolm X: A Fresh Perspective on Visionary Civil Rights Leaders"

The new National Geographic series "Genius: MLK/X" aims to humanize the iconic figures of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, portrayed by Kelvin Harrison Jr. and Aaron Pierre, by emphasizing their humanity and vitality as young men, rather than their status as symbols of civil rights and social progress. Executive producer Gina Prince-Bythewood expressed the desire to take the characters "off the T-shirts and make them real and tangible for an audience."

via The New York Times|
#arts#genius-series#gina-prince-bythewood
"Unveiling the Untold Stories of MLK, Malcolm X, and Their Wives in 'Genius: MLK/X'"
entertainment2 years ago

"Unveiling the Untold Stories of MLK, Malcolm X, and Their Wives in 'Genius: MLK/X'"

National Geographic's "Genius" series, Season 4 titled "MLK/X," explores the lives of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, aiming to present a more comprehensive view of the two iconic figures and their wives. The series, a departure from its singular focus, delves into the meeting of the two men and their differing approaches to seeking justice. Showrunners Gina Prince-Bythewood and Reggie Rock Bythewood emphasize the importance of both men and their wives, aiming to humanize and connect with the audience. The series aims for historical accuracy and features a "think tank" of scholars and activists.

via NBC News|
#entertainment#genius-series#historical-accuracy
Attempted Arson at MLK Birth Home: Accused Woman Denied Bond
crime2 years ago

Attempted Arson at MLK Birth Home: Accused Woman Denied Bond

A woman accused of attempting to burn down the historic birth home of Martin Luther King Jr. in Atlanta, Georgia has been denied bond. The judge cited the nature of the crime and the defendant's unstable place of residence as reasons for the decision. The woman, identified as Laneisha Shantrice Henderson, was seen on video pouring gasoline onto the porch and windows of the historic property. She has been charged with attempted arson and interfering with government property. The home is currently closed to visitors due to renovations.

via Fox News|
#arson#atlanta#crime
Honoring the Legacy: Thousands Unite to Commemorate 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington
social-justice2 years ago

Honoring the Legacy: Thousands Unite to Commemorate 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington

Tens of thousands of people gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., to mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I have a dream" speech. The event, organized by the National Action Network and the Drum Major Institute, aimed to continue King's vision and address ongoing issues such as systemic racism, hate speech, police brutality, and the erosion of voting and reproductive rights. While the crowd size was smaller than in 1963, the event showcased progress with a more diverse lineup of speakers and a broader range of issues highlighted.

via NPR|
#civil-rights#march-on-washington#mlk
"Leaders and Activists Unite to Honor 60th Anniversary of March on Washington"
politics2 years ago

"Leaders and Activists Unite to Honor 60th Anniversary of March on Washington"

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will meet with organizers of the 1963 March on Washington and the family of Martin Luther King Jr. on the 60th anniversary of the historic event. The meeting will take place in the Oval Office, echoing the meeting between President John F. Kennedy and King on the morning of the march. Biden will also speak at a reception commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. This year's commemoration comes at a challenging time, with threats to voting rights, affirmative action, and abortion rights, as well as growing political violence and hatred. Biden and Harris are working to advance King's dream of equal opportunity through executive orders and legislation, while highlighting the benefits of their policies for Black Americans.

via NBC News|
#biden#civil-rights#harris