DC Comics, Interview, Television1 Comment

Getting Nuts with ‘Peacemaker’ Star Freddie Stroma and Executive Producer Matt Miller

January 11, 2022January 11, 2022 Mike Manalo

We’re continuing on with our countdown to the premiere of HBO Max’s Peacemaker here at The Nerds of Color! And for Day 2, we have a real doozy! If you all thought John Cena was nuts as the uber-violent, yet utterly hilarious Christopher Smith (aka Peacemaker), wait until you get a load of the completely insane and uproariously funny Adrian Chase (aka Vigilante) played by the amazing scene stealer, Freddie Stroma!

DC Comics, Interview, Television1 Comment

‘Peacemaker’ Star Chukwudi Iwuji on Leading Project: Butterfly

January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 Mike Manalo

It’s day one of our countdown to the premiere of DC’s Peacemaker on HBO Max! And today we’re debuting the first interview in our upcoming series of features celebrating the return of John Cena’s outlandish vigilante from The Suicide Squad! We were lucky enough to get a personal 1:1 with one of the series’ breakout stars, Chukwudi Iwuji!

DC Comics, Television3 Comments

Countdown to ‘Peacemaker’ on The Nerds of Color This Week

January 9, 2022March 1, 2022 Mike Manalo

Hey Nerds! Mike here! As many of you who’ve read my reviews for Peacemaker and The Suicide Squad know, I’m something of a sucker for James Gunn’s bizarre band of DC misfits. And this week, you’ll get to enjoy the insanity yourself, as Gunn and John Cena unleash the further adventures of Christopher Smith (aka Peacemaker), when Peacemaker officially debuts on HBO Max, this Thursday, January 13!

DC Comics, Reviews, Television2 Comments

NOC Review: ‘Peacemaker’ Makes For a Solid Piece of Television

January 6, 2022January 7, 2022 Mike Manalo

Without hesitation, I can declare proudly that James Gunn’s gonzo comic book masterpiece, The Suicide Squad was easily one of my top five films of 2021. In addition to a fun story, gorgeously shot visuals, and hilariously raunchy script, we fell in love with the likes of fellow misfits Ratcatcher II, Polka Dot Man, and King Shark.

Interview, Television

FOX’s ‘The Cleaning Lady’ is Ready to Defy Stereotypes

December 31, 2021January 5, 2022 Laura Sirikul

With series like Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, and The Blacklist focusing on white men dealing with the mafia, it’s about time there was one that centers around a badass woman of color. Actress Elodie Yung (Daredevil, Love Death and Robots) stars as Thony De La Rosa, an undocumented Cambodian doctor whose son Luca (Sebastien and Valentino LaSalle) is diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening immunodeficiency disorder.

Interview, Marvel, Streaming

Vincent D’Onofrio on What it Means to be Kingpin Again in ‘Hawkeye’

December 23, 2021December 23, 2021 Sophia Soto

In one of the biggest things to happen in the MCU recently, Vincent D’Onofrio reprises his role as Wilson Fisk, aka Kingpin, in Marvel Studios’ Hawkeye. The actor originally became a fan favorite playing the role in Netflix’s Daredevil.

Interview, Streaming, Television

Lily Collins and the Cast of Netflix’s ‘Emily in Paris’ Preview Season 2

December 21, 2021December 22, 2021 Sophia Soto

To celebrate the return of Emily in Paris, I had the chance to chat with Lily Collins, Ashley Park, Camille Razat, Lucas Bravo, Lucien Leon Laviscount, Philippine Leroy Beaulieu, and Samuel Arnold! The second season premieres December 22 on Netflix.

Streaming, Television

Watch the Official Trailer for Season 2 of ‘Euphoria’

December 20, 2021December 20, 2021 Sophia Soto

The trailer for Euphoria’s second season has just been shared! The new season will premiere Sunday, January 9 at 9:00 PM ET/PT on HBO and episodes will be available to stream on HBO Max as well. The series stars Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Nika King, Eric Dane, Angus Cloud, Jacob Elordi, Algee Smith, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Barbie Ferreira, Maude Apatow, Javon Walton, Dominic Fike, Storm Reid, and Austin Abrams.

Recaps, Television

NOC Recap: ‘Riverdale’ Hits Its 100th Episode Milestone with a Bang

December 14, 2021December 15, 2021 Sophia Soto

Time to leave Rivervale and head back to our prime universe, Riverdale. “Chapter One Hundred: The Jughead Paradox” marks the series’ 100th episode as well as the end of the special five-episode Rivervale event, and its filled with answers, emotion, death, twists, and so much more! For the remainder of this recap, we will be getting into heavy spoilers; so only continue reading if you’ve seen episode 6×05.

Roundtable, Television

NBC’s ‘Grand Crew’ Doesn’t Want to be Compared to Other Shows

December 14, 2021December 15, 2021 Laura Sirikul

Every so often, when a new series is introduced, it is immediately compared to what people may consider to be the most related to that. This rings especially true for new sitcoms and comedies starring people of color. When NBC’s Grand Crew was first announced as a series surrounding the lives of a group of Black friends at a wine bar, there were so many comparisons to HBO’s Insecure and ABC’s Black-ish that it straight away was labeled as a “Black” show.

Television

FOX’s ‘The Cleaning Lady’ Promotes Sean Lew and Faith Bryant to Series Regulars

December 13, 2021December 21, 2021 Mike Manalo

Ahead of its highly anticipated premiere on January 3, FOX’s upcoming drama, The Cleaning Lady, starring multi-talented Elodie Yung (Daredevil, The Hitman’s Bodyguard) has announced two new series regulars for the show!

Television

NOC Exclusive Clip: Reggie’s Grand Gesture Backfires in the Season Finale of ‘The Big Leap’

December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 Sophia Soto

The Big Leap‘s season finale airs tonight at 9PM ET/PT on FOX! The dramedy is a modern tale about second chances, chasing your dreams, and taking back what’s yours. The innovative show-within-a-show takes viewers on a journey of self-acceptance and empowerment at any age.

DC Comics, Streaming

New Full Trailer for ‘Peacemaker’ Soars Like an Eagle

December 3, 2021December 3, 2021 Mike Manalo

After his star making debut at Comic-Con Special Edition last week, Peacemaker has brought us a new full trailer for his upcoming series (aptly named Peacemaker) coming to HBO Max January 13! The trailer is full of mayhem and explosions, and a little less humor than the previous teaser shown at DC FanDome, but still some good belly laughs courtesy of Freddie Stroma’s Vigilante. Check it out here now:

Interview, Streaming, Television

‘Gossip Girl’ Star Johnathan Fernandez on Afro-Latino Representation

December 1, 2021December 1, 2021 Sophia Soto

Johnathan Fernandez can currently be seen in the Max Original series, Gossip Girl. New episodes begin streaming Thursday on HBO Max and the show has already been renewed for a second season. The actor is also known for his role in Lethal Weapon.

Streaming, Television1 Comment

‘Dollface’ Sets February Return Date for Season 2

November 24, 2021 Sophia Soto

Dollface returns this February for its second season and the whole squad is back! Kat Dennings, Brenda Song, Shay Mitchell, and Esther Povitsky will officially be back on our screens on February 11. Let the countdown begin!

Recaps, Television

NOC Recap: ‘Rivervale’ Tells Three Chilling and Surprisingly Emotional Ghost Stories

November 23, 2021November 29, 2021 Sophia Soto

“Chapter Ninety-Seven: Ghost Stories” tells three different tales, testing some of our favorite characters and couples.

Streaming, Television

’Euphoria’ Season 2 Officially Has a January Release Date

November 23, 2021 Sophia Soto

Created, written, and directed by Sam Levinson, and produced in partnership with A24, Euphoria will return for its second season Sunday, January 9 (9:00 PM ET/PT) on HBO. Episodes will also be available to stream on HBO Max. The hit drama series stars Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Nika King, Eric Dane, Angus Cloud, Jacob Elordi, Algee Smith, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Barbie Ferreira, Maude Apatow, Javon Walton, Dominic Fike, Storm Reid, and Austin Abrams.

Streaming, Television

Watch the Official Trailer for ‘Emily in Paris’ Season 2

November 18, 2021August 15, 2024 Sophia Soto

Netflix has shared the official trailer for the new season of Emily in Paris! The series stars Lily Collins, who also serves as a producer, as well as Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Camille Razat, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, and William Abadie.

Streaming, Television

Hulu’s ‘The Great’ Cast on Season 2, Catherine’s Decisions and Working with Gillian Anderson

November 18, 2021November 19, 2021 Laura Sirikul

The second season of the hit comedy-drama ‘The Great’ returns this Friday and there’s a lot going on for the mother-to-be Catherine (Elle Fanning) who has just overthrown her husband Peter (Nicholas Hoult) for the Russian throne.

Interview, Television

Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa on How ‘Rivervale’ Connects to ‘Riverdale’

November 16, 2021March 23, 2023 Sophia Soto

Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is the creator of Riverdale, which is based on the characters from Archie Comics. Season six just premiered with “Chapter Ninety-Six: Welcome to Rivervale.” New episodes of Riverdale’s five part event, titled Rivervale, will air Tuesdays at 9/8c on The CW. The show will then return in March. This interview will discuss spoilers for episode 6×01.

Television

FOX’s ‘The Cleaning Lady’ Teases What a Mother is Willing to Do For Her Child

November 13, 2021November 17, 2021 Laura Sirikul

What are you willing to do for your child? If you had a chance to save your child’s life, how far would you go? That’s the question in the the new FOX midseason drama, The Cleaning Lady, coming this January.

Interview, Television

NOC Interview: Marcel Spears on CBS’ Comedy Series, ‘The Neighborhood’

November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 Sophia Soto

Marcel Spears portrays Marty on the hit comedy series, The Neighborhood. The fourth season premiered in September with new episodes continuing to air on Mondays at 8 PM ET/PT. Episodes can be watched on CBS and are available to stream on Paramount+.

Streaming, Television

Here’s All the New Details on Netflix’s ‘Stranger Things 4’

November 6, 2021 Sophia Soto

It’s official: Stranger Things 4 will premiere in Summer 2022! In honor of Stranger Things Day, a bunch of new and exciting content was released. Netflix shared a new teaser for the highly anticipated season, the episode titles, and a glimpse of the cast transforming into their season 4 looks.