Episodes
On this extended overtime episode of the BIG show, we feature Oscar winner Ruth E. Carter presenting the Critics Choice Association's Lifetime Achievement Award to the comedy icon, Eddie Murphy earlier this week in Los Angeles. Plus, the man known as "the Oscar Whisper," Anthony McCarten entire conversation regarding his upcoming film, The Two Popes. We'll have all of that and more as we go "Overtime" on the BIG show.
Published 12/07/19
This week on the BIG show, after months of anticipation, it's time for major award shows and critics groups to unveil their list of nominees. We'll talk with Variety Magazine's Artisan editor, Jazz Tangcay to get her early awards picks. The screenwriter known as the "Oscar Whisper," Oscar nominee and BAFTA Award-winning novelist Anthony McCarten will join us to talk about his upcoming film, The Two Popes. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest films, including Dark Water, The...
Published 12/07/19
This week on the BIG show, the 10th Anniversary celebration of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon continues. We'll have more interviews, remembrances, and recollections over this Turkey Day weekend regarding a decade of doing this show. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews including Knives Out and Queen and Slim on this very special edition of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 11/30/19
This week on the BIG show, we are celebrating the 10th Anniversary of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon and we will feature a plethora of guests who have appeared on our show for the past decade. In addition, we'll also have movie news and reviews, including 21 Bridges, Frozen 2, and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood all coming up on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 11/23/19
This week on the BIG show, we sit down with the director and a couple members of the cast of the indie sensation, Waves, Trey Edward Shults, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., and Taylor Russell. Also, Charles Kirkland has a "hot button issue" you don't want to miss.  Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest films including Ford v Ferrari, The Good Liar, Waves, and Charlie's Angels all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 11/16/19
This week on the BIG show, the business of film is booming - and that is not necessarily good. Digital restoration and disqualifications in the Oscar race have come under fire and Charles Kirkland and I will discuss these challenges. Plus, the November DC Filmmaker of the Month, Hillary Linder will join us to talk about her latest film. In addition, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest films including Honey Boy, Last Christmas, and Midway all on the latest episode of Keeping It...
Published 11/09/19
This week on the BIG show, it's Halloween Weekend and we'll discuss some of Scariest Movie Moments. We'll celebrate the colorful life and rich comic legacy of John Witherspoon. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest films, including Motherless Brooklyn, Terminator: Dark Fate, and Harriet all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon
Published 11/02/19
This week on the BIG show, Charles Kirkland hosts and sits down with the creative team behind The Elephant Queen, Victoria Stone and Mark Deeble. In addition, host Tim Gordon is at the World Premiere of Netflix's The Irishman and recaps the mob epic. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest movies, including Black and Blue and The Elephant Queen all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 10/26/19
This week on the BIG show, the 7th Annual Middleburg Film Festival kicks off next week and we'll preview the fest that is known as "the road to the Oscars." In addition, we'll look at the awards contenders as the pictures slowly become clearer. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest films including Little Monsters, Dolemite Is My Name, and Gemini Man all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 10/12/19
This week on the BIG show, award season is underway, three-time Academy Award nominee Joaquin Phoenix will be our special guest to discuss his transcendent performance as the iconic comic villain, Joker.  In addition, we pay our respects to the life, legacy and career of pioneering actress Diahann Carroll. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest films including Pain and Glory, Lucy in the Sky, and Joker all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 10/05/19
Join us as we celebrate the achievements of African-Americans and those of the African diaspora as we spotlight Black Excellence during the 3rd Annual Black Reel Awards for Television. With over 100 television shows and performances in contention from the major networks, cable and streaming services, 2019 was a banner year in television led by the record-breaking Netflix mini-series, When They See Us, which received 17 nominations. Find out if your favorite show or performance will receive...
Published 08/02/19
This week on the BIG show, co-star of the F/X series, Snowfall, Amin Joseph stops by to preview Season Three of the drug drama. We'll discuss both the 10th Anniversary of the passing of Michael Jackson and the 35th Anniversary of Prince's Purple Rain with Charles Kirkland. Plus, we'll have entertainment news and reviews of this week's new release, Yesterday all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 06/29/19
Celebrating continued excellence in television and cable, the Third Annual Black Reel Awards nominations salute the best films and performances from the past year. Black Reel Awards founder Tim Gordon announces the nominations spotlighting TV Movies/Limited Series, Comedy, and Drama entries.
Published 06/20/19
This week on the BIG show, two of the co-stars of the indie darling, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, Tichina Arnold, and Rob Morgan join us for a candid discussion of this Summer sleeper. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of the latest films including Shaft, Late Night, The Black Godfather, The Dead Don't Die and The Last Black Man in San Francisco all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 06/15/19
This week on the BIG show, Black Reel Award-winning director and producer Ava DuVernay returns to discuss her explosive new Netflix miniseries, When They See Us. Also, one of the most versatile actors in the business, Aisha Hinds will discuss sharing the screen with Godzilla. The promising career of actor Jason Mitchell has hit the skids, we'll discuss the allegations and his future prospects.  Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of this week's films including Godzilla: King of the...
Published 06/01/19
This week on the BIG show, award-winning indie director and Spike Lee protege, Stefon Bristol will be our special guest to discuss his latest film the Netflix feature, See You Yesterday. And we'll introduce you to a friend and colleague from our Critical Movie Critics Network, Hannah Buchdahl, co-host of The Cinema Clash.  Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of this week films, including See You Yesterday, Booksmart and Aladdin all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon!!!
Published 05/25/19
This week on the BIG show, acclaimed filmmaker, director, and Academy Award-winning film and television producer Ed Zwick will be our special guest to discuss his latest film, Trial By Fire. In addition, this week is the FINAL episode of Games of Thrones, we'll preview the most anticipated series finale of the year. We'll also meet the May DC Filmmaker of the Month, DC native Falani Afrika. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of this week's latest releases, including The Sun is Also a...
Published 05/18/19
This week on the BIG show, one of the most influential Hip-Hop groups of all-time, the Wu-Tang Clan tells their story in the Showtime documentary, Of Mics and Men. And, the JxJ Multi-Disciplinary Arts Festival launches this weekend and festival director Ilya Tovbis stops by to give us a preview. Plus, we'll have movie news and reviews of this week films, including The Hustle, Pokemon Detective Pikachu, and Tolkien all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon!!!
Published 05/11/19
This week on the BIG show, four-time Black Reel Award nominee Michael Ealy will join us to talk about his latest psychological thriller, The Intruder. Earlier this week, we lost a cinematic pioneer when eight-time Black Reel Award nominee John Singleton passed away. We'll examine his enduring legacy and place in the cinematic pantheon. The smoke has cleared and the largest opening weekend in motion picture history is now official. Where does the MCU go next after a gargantuan $356 million...
Published 05/04/19
This week on the BIG show, all of the build-up and anticipation leads to this - the BIGGEST movie weekend of the year. It is the finals stand for Earth's Mightiest Heroes, how will the survivors defeat the Mad Titan, Thanos? Executive Producer, Trinh Tran will join us to talk Avengers: Endgame and we'll debate the Top Five Films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.  Plus, we'll have movie news and a review of the most-anticipated film of 2019, all on a special Marvel episode of Keeping It Reel...
Published 04/27/19
This week on the BIG show, star of such films such as Belle, Beyond the Lights, and Beauty and the Beast, Gugu Mbatha-Raw will be our special guest to talk about her latest film, Fast Color. In addition, the founder of FilmFest DC, Tony Gittens will also join us preview this year's fest.  Plus, we'll have entertainment news and reviews of the latest films, including Fast Color all on the this week's episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 04/20/19
This week on the BIG show, we're in the dog days of April, two weeks before Avengers: Endgame. Today, we'll have a Movie Cypher, which includes topics such as BET's American Soul, Deadline Magazine's Most Valuable Blockbuster Tournament, and people who express too much emotion at the movies. We'll also have movie news and reviews of the latest films, including Little all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 04/13/19
This week on the BIG show, the New African Film Festival returns saluting the best films from the African continent. Festival organizer, Mwiza Muthali will stop by preview the fest. Plus, we'll meet the DC Filmmaker of the Month, Roshan Patel.  We'll also have entertainment news and reviews of the latest films, including Captain Marvel all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 03/09/19
This week on the BIG show, the Oscars are over and what a historic night it was for diversity in Hollywood. Joining us to share their perspectives are film critics Sherin Nicole and Kevin Sampson. Plus, we'll have entertainment news and reviews of the latest films, including Greta, all on the latest episode of Keeping It Reel with FilmGordon.
Published 03/02/19
After a historic year for African-Americans and people of the African diaspora in film, the Foundation for the Augmentation of African-Americans in Film (FAAAF) salute outstanding performances in films from the groundbreaking year of 2018. From 17 nominations from Black Panther, 14 nominations for If Beale Street Could Talk to 11 nods for Spike Lee's BlacKkKlansman, last year in cinema featured FIVE films directed by African-Americans that crossed the $100 million dollar mark.  Join us as we...
Published 02/08/19