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Straight Outta Pocket (Op-Ed Piece)

8/14/2015

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Today Straight Outta Compton was released and of course I'd spend the typical outrageous ticket price to see it. It was totally worth it!  I had so many reasons to go see the movie. Black film, black actors, a city I am familiar with, a place like home, because it is literally right next door, a look into reality and life as I knew it, a reflection of REAL rap music, a movie that would make history, a movie that is my culture, a movie that I've literally waited a full year to see.

There was an amazing turn out at LA LIVE in Downtown Los Angeles. Showings for the film were down to 3 as all of the others were sold out. Lines waiting to enter the theater started an hour before showtime and movie goers happily awaited to enter although there was assigned seating. And there was police. I was pissed off. Why did they feel it necessary to have extra security for the release of this film?

Talk about fucked up.

They were standing guard as though we were wild animals and unable to control ourselves. As though we would see the movie and flip out. As though we'd be on our own Fuck the Police tip after seeing the movie. I'm not sure if they expected a riot or what, but it ticked me off because it was just so stereotypical. I mean, hello, blacks and Mexicans aren't the ones shooting up theaters, so why should you extend security for a film that is big to both cultures, but especially black culture? This just shows the injustice and racial profiling we are dealing with. And oh the irony of it being depicted in the very film we all were waiting in line to see.

The film was beyond fabulous. You get a look into the history and making of N.W.A., you get a sense of the type of people that are in the music industry, you see the way injustices were handled and so much more. I honestly felt a sense of motivation to not take no for an answer and achieve the things that I really wanted. I felt a sense of unity as I and fellow movie-goers laughed, cried and sang together. It made me feel like anyone who saw the movie may have felt the need to unit, stand-up to injustices and go for their goals. All positives.

I'm glad that those who went out and saw the film were able to show them how wrong they were for the unneeded extra security. There's LAPD there to "greet" us in and out and a diverse crowd that is bonding over great music and political history and injustices.

Yes I'm feeling some type of way about this, because even now there still hasn't been any reports of any incidents by people of color. No issues or attacked on police officers by movie-goers. I get it. It's better to be safe than sorry, but hell, I believe we all take those precautions prior to leaving our houses each day and yet police are still attacking the innocent. Something has got to give and it cannot always be an innocent life.

*Portions of this article are from a Tumblr blog post written by the author.
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Comedic Activist Dave Chappelle Coming Back During a Crucial Time

7/21/2015

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"This is a very surprisingly emotionally charged time, so people like me, I think, are very relevant and necessary in sorting through all this information and emotional content. And when we are at our best, hopefully we are doing a great service to many people." - Dave Chappelle
Comedian Dave Chappelle is making a comeback during a crazy time in the U.S. With all of the racially charged incidents, it is perfect timing that Chappelle just calls a coincidence. Chappelle who is known for tackling racial issues head-on is needed to shed light and knowledge during times like these. At the Art For Life benefit, where he was being awarded, Chappelle told The Associated Press that he thinks "it is important to be out now, but what's going on in the world isn't why I initially came back out."


What ever his reason, I know I sure am glad he's back. Other comedic shows just haven't fully been doing the job for me.
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Classic Man Remix Video Released and It's a Classic!

7/15/2015

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Jidenna is definitely a classic man. From his dapper look to his dope music. He released the remix to "Classic Man" featuring Kendrick Lamar, a cameo from Issa Rae and none other than the Janelle Monáe. Lamar assists with the west coast rap and sag, while Monáe is just giving us life (go queen!). If you haven't thought dressing in suits aside from church day, funerals or prom you def should think again. His upcoming EP Wondaland Presents: The Eephus drops August 14.
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Bittersweet Victory for Serena Against Sister Venus at Wimbledon

7/6/2015

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“It’s hard to feel excited. It’s never easy to play someone that you love and care about. She’s my best friend in the world. I just had to stay focused.” Serena told BBC.
Serena and Venus Williams met again in the Wimbledon quarterfinals. After a 6 year break, the two finally met up and Serena took the win from her big sis. It is exciting watching either of the Williams sisters play, but seeing them together or up against each other is just, wow. Although someone had to loose, it is still a win for the sisters. Check out highlights from the head-to-head matchup below.
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Kendrick Declares We Gon' Be Alright in New Video

6/30/2015

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WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
In the mist of all that we are dealing with as a culture; the burning of churches, police brutality, hate crimes and more, Kendrick Lamar hit the BET Awards and gave an amazing performance of his hit "Alright" from his To Pimp A Butterfly Album. The performance which was a look back over major events that took place in 2014 and 2015 was a sort of prelude to the video which dropped today. Check it out above and tell us what you think below.
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Tyra Woke Up Like This: Raw, Unretouched, No Filter!

6/18/2015

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Photo from Tyra Banks Instagram
Supermodel Tyra Banks posted a picture to Instagram after rolling out of bed; raw, untouched, no filters, no make-up, no nothing! Fans showed their approval with over 125,000 likes. Talk about a strong following. For an iconic supermodel who has an elite beauty squad and her own makeup line, Tyra is always genuine and real (it is a known fact that she shops at Targét like errbody else).
“You know how people say#nofilter but you know there’s a freakin’ filter on their pic? Or maybe there’s a smidge of retouching going on but they’re lying and saying it’s all raw & real? Well, this morn, I decided to give you a taste of the really real me. I wanted to smooth out my dark circles so badly!!! But I was like, ‘Naw, Ty. Show ‘em the REAL you.’ So…here I am. Raw. And there YOU are…looking at me, studying this picture. Maybe you’re thinking, ‘Whoa, she looks ROUGH.’ And if you are, great! You deserve to see the REAL me. The REALLY real me. #RawAndReal”
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Kerry Washington as Anita Kill in HBO's 'Confirmation'

6/16/2015

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Kerry Washington has been casted as Anita Hill in the upcoming HBO movie, Confirmation. The film surrounds the 1991 Supreme Court confirmation hearing of Clarence Thomas in which Hill testified to being repeatedly sexually harassed by the then nominee. Hill testified on live national TV before Congress claiming she was the victim of sexual harassment while working for Thomas at the U.S. Department of Education. 

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Susannah Grant, Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Erin Brockovich, has signed on to write and executive produce the film. Washington is also an executive producer. HBO has released a first look at Washington as Hill in the TV movie. 
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Laverne Cox is Coming to Madame Tussauds

6/10/2015

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"I am so deeply honored to have been asked to be part of the Madame Tussauds legacy. I hope that this will be a source of inspiration for every one who encounters it to believe that their dreams matter and are possible." - Laverne Cox
Announced Monday, Laverne Cox will be the first transgender woman to receive a 3-D wax figure at Madame Tussauds wax museum in San Francisco! In celebration of Pride Weekend in San Fran, The "Orange Is the New Black" star's wax twin will debut June 26.

The announcement has been made. I will be a wax figure at #madametussauds in #SanFrancisco #TransIsBeautiful http://t.co/H0mbdF6oot

— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) June 8, 2015
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Ariana Grande Shared Open Letter Against Sexism

6/9/2015

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Ariana Grande took to Instagram to share a personal essay about "the double standard[s] and misogyny" women face. The singer started her heart-felt open letter by letting it be known that she isn't just Big Sean's ex or past accessory. 

Grande quotes famous feminist, shared her personal activist lineage and attacked double standards. 2blkgrls supports Ariana in her newfound strength and openness to share her feelings and hopes of encouraging others. 


Kudos to you Ariana, you go girl!

good luck reading this on here. #sizenegative1000font (it's on twitter / fb as well if you care to read) thanks for your love □

A photo posted by Ariana Grande (@arianagrande) on Jun 7, 2015 at 9:11am PDT

WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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Actor Reynaldo Rey Dies at 75

5/28/2015

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Longtime actor and comedian Reynaldo Rey died Thursday from complications from a stroke he suffered last year. 

Rey, born Harry Reynolds, was best known for his roles in Friday, White Men Can't Jump, Harlem Nights and House Party 3, as well as his time on TV shows like BET’s Comic View, The Bernie Mac Show and 227.

The actor most recently wrote, directed, financed and starred in the play “Hollywood P.O.”

According to TMZ, Rey had a stroke last year and began having complications in January. His wife, Evelyn, was by his side at the time of his death. He was 75.
WRITTEN BY: VIOLA CONSTANCE | @Voila_its_Viola
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