Jayme Lawson and Daniel Ezra Break Down Edgar Wright’s ‘The Running Man’

November 16, 2025 Michael Lee

The Running Man is one of Stephen King’s bleakest futures, where working-class bodies are fed into state-approved spectacle. First adapted in 1987, the story now finds new life in Edgar Wright’s reimagining, with Glenn Powell in the lead and Jayme Lawson and Daniel Ezra grounding the reality TV carnage in emotional nuance and human stakes.

Interview, Television

‘Reasonable Doubt’ Star Brandee Evans on Protecting Our Youth From Predators

November 14, 2025November 15, 2025 Nikita Francois

Brandee Evans joins Season 3 of Reasonable Doubt as Monica, the talent manager of a popular musician who’s carrying a sinister secret. We chat with Evans about her role and what she hopes viewers can learn from her storyline.

Books, Interview, Streaming1 Comment

The ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Cast Reflect on Being Part of the Legacy

November 12, 2025February 4, 2026 Sophia Soto

While covering the 2025 Disney Upfront red carpet, I caught up with Percy Jackson and the Olympians stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava’ Jeffries, and Aryan Simhadri. They discussed being forever part of the legacy created by Rick Riordan’s beloved book series through their portrayals of Percy, Grover Underwood, and Annabeth Chase.

Animation, Interview, Movies

Ginnifer Goodwin Discusses ‘Zootopia 2’ and Voice Acting

November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 Sophia Soto

Ginnifer Goodwin reprises her role as Judy Hopps in Zootopia 2, which opens in theaters on November 26. While covering the 2025 Disney Upfront red carpet, The Nerds of Color spoke to the actress about making projects that the whole family can enjoy, what surprised her most about voice acting, and more.

Animation, DC Comics, Interview1 Comment

Yonas Kibreab, Haley Tju, and Michael Benyaer on Bringing the ‘Bat-Fam’ to Life

November 6, 2025November 13, 2025 Swara Salih

We speak to the actors Bobby Moynihan, Yonas Kibreab, Haley Tju, and Michael Benyaer about their roles in the new Prime series Bat-Fam.

Interview, Television, Theatre

‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Star Vincent Rodriguez III is First Talent to Sign with Tremendous

November 4, 2025 Rissa Lavilla

Tremendous has a mission to help spotlight marginalized voices in media and entertainment from AAPI and LGBTQ+ to other multi-cultural audiences and beyond. In the dynamic landscape of media and entertainment, the company stand’s as a beacon of authenticity, passionately advocating for truthful representation on and off the screen.

Interview, Movies

The Micheaux Film Festival Highlighted Impactful Independent Films

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 Nikita Francois

This past weekend, the Micheaux Film Festival celebrated independent films with exclusive premieres, informative panels, and awards ceremonies. We had the opportunity to screen The Interview, Flight 182, and I’m in Love, three very different films that had us on the edge of our seats in unique ways.

Horror, Interview, Movies

The Cast of ‘Black Phone 2’ on Continuing the Story and Exploring Their Characters

October 29, 2025December 31, 2025 Sophia Soto

While covering New York Comic Con for The Nerds of Color, I had the chance to speak with Black Phone 2 stars Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Miguel Mora, and Demián Bichir! We discussed the pressure of making a sequel, having Finn and Gwen’s sibling relationship as the heart of the story, bringing their own experiences to the characters, and more.

Interview, Movies

Edgar Wright, Glen Powell, and Lee Pace Talk ‘The Running Man’ at NYCC

October 25, 2025October 27, 2025 Sophia Soto

While covering New York Comic Con for The Nerds of Color, I had the opportunity to interview Director Edgar Wright and stars Glen Powell and Lee Pace about all things The Running Man. The film hits theaters on November 14.

Interview, Television

Elijah M. Cooper Discusses Bringing a “New, Fresh Perspective” to ABC’s ‘9-1-1’

October 23, 2025 Sophia Soto

The ninth season of 9-1-1 sees Elijah M. Cooper promoted to series regular status as Harry Grant, giving him a bigger role in the beloved first responder drama and ensuring that the younger generation has a main character to relate to. I recently spoke with the actor about the importance of diversity on network TV, this season’s first two episodes, Harry’s grief, the 118 family, growing with his character into adulthood, and more.

Interview, Streaming

‘Wayward’ Star Brandon McLaren Reflects on Career, Craft, and Humanity

October 23, 2025 Ainsley 'LadyL' Landry

Brandon Jay McLaren has quietly built one of the most versatile careers in film and television, from cult classic comedies to emotionally complex dramas, to his newest role in Netflix’s Wayward, a series that pulls back the curtain on the dark and often unseen world of the troubled teen industry.

Interview, Marvel, Streaming

Charlie Cox and Krysten Ritter Talk ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 at NYCC

October 18, 2025October 20, 2025 Sophia Soto

While covering the Marvel press line for The Nerds of Color at NYCC 2025, I was lucky enough to speak with fan favorites Charlie Cox and Krysten Ritter about Daredevil: Born Again season 2, coming to Disney+ in March 2026.

Interview, Marvel, Television

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Sir Ben Kingsley on the Identity of Marvel’s ‘Wonder Man’

October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 Sophia Soto

While covering the Marvel press line for The Nerds of Color at NYCC 2025, I got to speak with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Sir Ben Kingsley about their eight-episode new Marvel series, Wonder Man, which premieres on January 27, 2026, at 6:00 pm PT.

Books, Interview

Suezette Yasmin Robotham Examines What’s Left at Your Core ‘Beyond Titles’

October 17, 2025October 17, 2025 Nikita Francois

In the most meaningful and actionable ways, Beyond Titles encourages you to dig deep, confront what matters most, and reflect on how your life can move forward with intentionality.

Horror, Interview

Director Ritesh Gupta on the Meta Horror of ‘The Red Mask’

October 16, 2025October 27, 2025 Swara Salih

We interview Ritesh Gupta about directing the indie horror film The Red Mask and its meta commentary on the current state of Hollywood.

Interview, Marvel, Television

Brad Winderbaum Reflects on the NYCC Experience and Longevity of Marvel Characters

October 15, 2025October 16, 2025 Sophia Soto

While covering the Marvel press line for The Nerds of Color at NYCC 2025, I had the chance to speak with Marvel’s Head of Television, Streaming, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum, about how conventions allow filmmakers to be part of the community, spending time with these characters through television, and more.

Interview, Marvel, Streaming

Paul Bettany Previews ‘VisionQuest’ and the Show’s Powerful Themes

October 15, 2025October 16, 2025 Sophia Soto

While covering the Marvel press line for The Nerds of Color at NYCC 2025, I had the opportunity to speak with MCU veteran Paul Bettany about VisionQuest, which will serve as the conclusion of the WandaVision and Agatha All Along trilogy. The new series will premiere in 2026 on Disney+.

Books, Interview, Literature

Author Arezou Amin on Writing Iranian Canadian Love in ‘The Aroosi Arrangement’

October 14, 2025October 12, 2025 Swara Salih

I personally was never quite into the romance genre. But having read Iranian Canadian author Arezou Amin’s magnificent debut novel, The Aroosi Arrangment, coming out October 14, I realized just how badly I, and many other SWANA people, need to have this sort of representation.

Interview, Movies

Tonatiuh of ‘Kiss of the Spiderwoman’ on Becoming an Actor and the Birthright to Joy

October 9, 2025 Rosana Maris Arias

Tonatiuh plays Molina in the 2025 rendition of Kiss of the Spiderwoman, slated to hit theaters on October 10. We had the opportunity to speak to Tonatiuh about their journey to becoming an actor, one’s birthright to joy, and what this film can teach audiences in light of ongoing ICE raids in the United States.

Animation, Interview, Music

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Creators and Vocalists on the Unifying Power of Fandom

October 7, 2025October 6, 2025 Kelly Martinez

When KPop Demon Hunters premiered on Netflix in June, nobody could have predicted the global phenomenon the animated movie would become. Clocking in at over 236 million views to date, it’s secured the crown as the most popular Netflix film of all time. Months after its release, the hype is still going strong.

Interview, Television

‘One Chicago’ Returns This Fall to NBC and the Stars are Ready for Major Drama

October 3, 2025 Nikita Francois

NBC’s One Chicago casts and showrunners have major storylines headed this way for the fall. We caught up with some of the actors and producers from Chicago P.D., Chicago Med, and Chicago Fire for all of the latest details.

Interview, Television

‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ Sprinkles Magical Character Growth Among its Actors

October 1, 2025October 2, 2025 Nikita Francois

Wizards Beyond Waverly Place has shown a beautiful camaraderie between the cast of the Russo family throughout Season 2. We had a chance to chat with stars David Henrie and Janice LeAnn Brown to get a glimpse of how the show has shaped their relationships and what we can expect during the rest of the season.

Interview, Television

James Pickens Jr. Reflects on the Impact of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

October 1, 2025May 11, 2026 Sophia Soto

James Pickens Jr. has starred as Doctor Richard Webber on ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy since its premiere in 2005. The popular medical drama returns for its 22nd season on Thursday, October 9, at 10 PM ET. The actor spoke with The Nerds of Color during the 2025 Disney Upfront red carpet about his character’s evolution, how the medical drama has been shared from generation to generation, and more.