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The creators of Disney's latest animated film, "Raya and the Last Dragon" chat with our correspondent about its production, themes, and more!

*The Critics Choice Association presents the Celebration of Black Cinema, an award show honoring the most visionary producers, directors, actors, and more who are dedicated to telling Black stories on film. EUR correspondent Briana Wright spoke to two of the show’s honorees, Shaka King and Delroy Lindo, about their recognition and their journey thus far. Shaka King, film director, is receiving the Director Award for his new film “Judas and the Black Messiah,” the biopic of American civil rights activist and leader of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party, Chairman Fred Hampt...

Little Women: Atlanta” is back with a new and exciting season. EUR Correspondent Briana Wright spoke with cast member, Monie Cashette, about the changes and the drama that comes with season 6. All of the cast members had to adjust to the changes that came with the new season but Monie may have had to the most. She is coming back after sitting out the majority of season 5 due to a custody battle for her son, who at the time was in Houston with his father. “Of course it was hard leaving but I’m a mom first,” said Monie. While taking a break may have been tough, she’s proud to say now...

Sandra “Pepa” Denton, together, broke barriers for women in the rap game. Now, the first ladies of hip-hop are getting the chance to tell their story with the help of G.G. Townson and Laila Odom. EUR Correspondent Briana Wright, spoke with G.G. and Laila about their roles in the upcoming Lifetime original “ SALT-N-PEPA” the biopic. The film shows the birth of their friendship and its evolution into a rap group in the late 80s and the rest was history. The performances, clubs and tours looked like one big 90s party, but G.G. made it clear that it was just as hard as it was fun.

Netflix’s “Karate Kid” spinoff series, “Cobra Kai” has become a worldwide hit since its launch back in August. Its latest season premiered on January 1st and it has fans hooked. EUR Correspondent Briana Wright spoke with one of its stars, Vanessa Rubio, about her role in the development of the show. The series of “Karate Kid” films have been undeniably popular since it came out in the 80s. Vanessa talks about how nostalgic it is now to play a role in its spinoff, having been a fan as a kid. “I was an 80s baby, the youngest of three. My older brother was really like the karat...