Black Design Collective continues its mission of creating access for emerging Black designers and entrepreneurs. At a BDC-sponsored event at the Beverly Center, Looks For Lease co-founder and CEO Nyleve Henry shared how her journey from redesigning thrifted clothing and operating a showroom led to fashion rental and the development of technology designed to support rental operations. (Curated by Debbie Lee, Photographed by Black Design Collective; & Transcribed by Annabelle Leammon)
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My Fun Movie Reviews: Lilo & Stitch (2025 Live-Action)
The 2025 remake of Lilo & Stitch delivers visual spectacle, emotional warmth, and an unforgettable performance by Lilo . . . though not every alien lands smoothly.
Dev Patel’s Gritty Vigilante Tale: A Review of “Monkey Man”
After an unsettling exploration of history with my recent article on Pol Pot, the infamous dictator, I sought refuge in the silver screen and found it in the unassuming yet captivating vigilante film “Monkey Man,” directed by Dev Patel with a nod to the collaborative genius of Jordan Peele. Despite […]
Larry Dunn At Casio – NAMM 2020
Larry Dunn is a 7-time Grammy winning artist. He was the keyboardist/musical director of one of the most successful bands of all time, Earth, Wind & Fire (EWF). On November 17th, 2019, the National Portrait Gallery of the Smithsonian honored EWF by putting the photograph of the nine original in […]
An Interview with Range Runners: A Riveting Film!
Range Runners, starring Celeste M. Cooper, is a thriller about a woman who is running through a secluded trail and gets into a life or death survival situation after crossing paths with a couple of criminals who are hiding out on the trail. SCREENING Friday April 26th, Santa Monica Laemmle […]




