André Holland brings his signature magnetism and depth to his prickly portrayal of the conflicted activist Huey P. Newton, whose constant harassment by the U.S. Government has affected not only his work but also his personal life. The always intriguing Alessandro Nivola walks the fine line between comedy and tragedy with his take on the … Read more
Don Cheadle directs the first episodes of Andre Holland as the founder of the Black Panther party in the AppleTV+ limited series. Plot: The incredible true story of Hollywood revolution meeting social revolution: it’s a wild caper of Black Panther founder Huey Newton escaping from the FBI to Cuba with the help of famed producer … Read more
Despite his high opinion of himself as a leftist radical, Schneider isn’t a particularly deep man: He becomes instantly addicted to the air of danger Newton presents, as if he’s a new exotic street drug. That hollowness presents a difficult challenge for Nivola; he needs to be interesting enough in his dimwittedness for smarter viewers … Read more
Image Credits: Apple TV Plus The Big Cigar Season 1 Apple TV Plus streaming release date is just around the corner, leaving viewers eager to dive into the thrilling tale of Black Panther co-founder Huey P. Newton’s daring escape to Cuba, aided by Hollywood producer Bert Schneider. With an ensemble cast led by André Holland … Read more