When I met Spike Lee in Brazil this month amongst the jubilation of masked costumers at the distinctive carnival in Maragojipe, the African-American film director was wearing an eye catching T-shirt I couldn't hep but admire paying homage to 25 years of Michael Jackson's "Bad" in a bold fashion statement. Ironically, this month Spike Lee... Continue Reading →
´Highlighting Brazil’s Complex African Identity And Race Issues´… My response
This is a comment I left on The African or Black Question TAOBQ blog; ´Highlighting Brazil's Complex African Identity And Race Issues` Thank you for referencing my post ´a lighter shade of black...` I´d like to give my opinion on a point made ´But what's up with the Brazilian love for the word "Afro", which... Continue Reading →
Her name is Rosa
Her name is Rosa. Like a Rose. She has big hair.. Be careful she doesn't cast a spell on you!... Or you'll love her as much as I do! Rosa happens to be my friend. In fact not just my friend. She's the best one I have at hand. So, yeah. I guess a best friend.... Continue Reading →