The film celebrates its 24th anniversary on March 14.
Published February 26th
The 1997 film
Loves Jones is one of the most beloved films in the history of Black cinema. The romantic drama was set in Chicago and followed the story of Nina Mosley (Nia Long) and Darius Lovehall (Larenz Tate). The cult classic captured a generation of twenty-something African-Americans all wanting a romance like Nina and Darius. Now we are finding out the chemistry between Larenz Tate and Nia Long was sizzling off-camera.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Tate revealed the energy between the two began at the screen test, Immediately, we just kind of had a nice little spark and a connection and it just felt natural. I didn t feel any pressure going into the room [for the screen test], I don t think she felt any pressure. Once we began to do our scene, I think they saw immediately that we were the right pair.
Romantic movies on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max: What to stream this Valentine’s Day
Updated Feb 12, 2021;
Folks looking to snuggle up and catch a romantic flick or show on Netflix and the other major streaming services are in luck this Valentine’s Day. You have
so many options from classic date movies like “The Notebook” to Julia Roberts rom-coms or popular new shows like “Bridgerton.” See your choices below, lovebirds.
AMAZON PRIME
The African Queen (1951)
In WWI Africa, a boozy riverboat captain (Humphrey Bogart) is persuaded by a strait-laced missionary (Katharine Hepburn) to use his boat to attack an enemy warship. A classic from director John Huston.
Erica Campbell Has a Message for Pastors Who Have a Habit Of ‘Liking’ Sexy Photos
Erica Campbell took to social media to express her thoughts on a particular subject. And the message is directed to pastors and preachers.
In her Instagram story she writes:
“Hey Preachers and pastor! You should re-think liking the pictures of ladies in sexy bikinis, especially when you’re married. Even when the caption is deep and spiritual! You shouldn’t double tap!! Ijs”
The “All Of My Life” singer posted and of course, the internet responded but folks were not really feeling her opinion. See their reactions to her statement, below.