Andrea Lewis’ production company Jungle Wild Productions has released new episodes to complete the second season of “Black Actress.” Four episodes are featured on
Andrea Lewis’ YouTube channel and the remaining two finale episodes will be available for purchase at
junglewild.tv.
We've been fans of Amanda Seales since her days on Nickelodeon's
My Brother and Me, and she's back in our lives with a new webseries,
Get Your Life.
Rwandan-German filmmaker, Amelia Umuhire tells the stories of young creatives of color living in Germany in the fictional web series "
Polyglot."
Coffee and Cream is “a web series aiming to connect women by sharing our very normal daily thoughts and experiences” developed by actress Karin Nicole and her team. “[The series] was developed to encourage and normalize conversation between women (as well as men) on these “minor” but important topics focused on being a woman,” Karin wrote in a press release. “The main goal is to increase the understanding, respect and appreciation for women as a whole.”
DRTY DIANA is a new dark comedy webseries featuring Cassi Maddox as the show's complex and complicated lead. The series was produced by Yonas Michael, previously behind "#PrettyPeopleProblems" and Issa Rae's "Michelle Obama Diaries".
Frenchie Davis used her powerful voice to deliver a classy cover of Fetty Wap's "Trap Queen" in the first installment of the new video series Hip Hop Musicals.
African LGBT Digital Media Organization
None On Record's video interview series, 'Growing up LGBT in Africa' takes a look at what it is like to grow up as a queer person in Africa and the diaspora. This series was produced as part of 2015's International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.
Created and directed by Monique Needham, Housemates was inspired by Monique’s real-life experiences. This ‘Friends’ meets ‘Girlfriends’ situational show, gives insight into the special bond of female friendship, through its individual characters. Housemates is relatable, funny and a conversation starter. Creator of the show Monique wanted to show characters that reflect her real life and also represent what is clearly missing from television at the moment.
Meagan Good and Tamara Bass have teamed up for a 10 episode original series.
All That Matters follows Bass’ character, Joy, who is newly engaged to her college sweetheart only for her engagement party to be cut short when her sister drops her daughter off at Joy’s job with a note asking to care for her.
Who is Amanda James? tells the story of Amanda, a woman who has given up on love, and has decided to take her love life into her own hands. In the city of dreams, Amanda, along with her two best friends Marcus and Lauren, truly discover love, life, and sex. Who is Amanda James? takes a comedic look at what it truly means to "find yourself".
by Michelle Denise Jackson
The wonderful Andrea Lewis is back with the second season of her web series,
Black Actress. The series was written and created by the insanely talented Lewis, who you may remember played Hazel on the popular
Degrassi: The Next Generation. The web series is produced by Lewis with Tatiana Ali, Issa Rae, and others.
Got 2 B Real's hilarious parody videos featuring our favorite divas amassed a huge following, and those of us who were huge fans were sorely disappointed to hear of the show's end. But now Got 2 B Real is back with a brand new episode.
After Leeza gets dumped by her boyfriend for gaining weight, she starts a quest to get back her figure and her mind. As "Love Handles" unfolds, you'll laugh out loud watching the chemistry between Leeza and her besties Jade and Charlie. The plotline is a bit outlandish, but the seven episodes of Season 1 were a fun and fast watch.
Watch below:
Food Heaven Made Easy with Wendy & Jess is a web series with a mission to bring healthy cooking to your kitchen. The show is hosted by Nutritionista Wendy Lopez and Registered Dietitian Jessica Jones, who both hold Master's Degrees in Nutrition Science. Together, these nutrition nerds (and BFFs!) demonstrate how to cook nutrient dense, delicious and affordable plant-based recipes, while providing scientifically sound nutrition information you can trust.
Watch a few of our favorite webisodes below!
Created and written by Jahmela Biggs, 'First' follows burgeoning romance of childhood sweethearts Robin and Charles after they reconnect as adults. In episode 2 the couple navigate that dreaded post-first date anxiety.
Today a new series premiered on Issa Rae's YouTube channel. 'First' bills itself as a modern day '
Love Jones
.'
Here's a description:
Robin and Charles have known each other since Middle School, but have their first date in their late 20s. As the day of surprises unfolds, they quickly realize there is more than friendship in their future. Created by Jahmela Biggs, Directed by James Bland
The first episode is spectacular. Take a look.
The Unwritten Rules is one of my favorite webseries. It follows the trials and tribulations of Racey (played by Aasha Davis) who is navigating through her experience as Black woman in corporate America.
Well the 3rd season is here, and the tables have turned for the office's white employees.
Watch below.
Created, edited and directed by
Shayla Racquel,
Quarter Century follows a group of DC resident friends making their way through their mid-twenties.
What sets this webseries apart is the quality of the connection among the castmembers. The chemistry is undeniable, the delivery of the dialogue feels like we're getting a glimpse into private conversations, and the story lines are believable but compelling.
While I watch quite a few webseries, this was the first time I watched the entire season in a single sitting.
Watch episode one below and get addicted.
“First” recounts the lives and milestones of childhood friends Robin and Charles as they fall in love “one first at a time.” Created by Jahmela Biggs and directed by James Bland, the series bills itself as "a modern day Love Jones."
The series will be airing on Issa Rae TV this Spring.
Watch the trailer now.
