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The magic of a house party is fueled by the irresponsibilities of its host. House Party, the 1990 comedy, captures a moment lost to the medieval days, when smartphones were obsolete. It’s a blueprint ...

A rapper known for roles in several iconic ‘90s films has died. Gene “Groove” Allen died Wednesday, Feb. 12 at his home in Maryland, according to Deadline. Allen’s daughter confirmed her father’s ...

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 27 (UPI) --Writer/director Reginald Hudlin is looking back on his 1990 debut film House Party, on 4K UHD and Blu-ray Tuesday from the Criterion Collection. Hudlin said the characters ...

Hip-Hop pioneer Gene “Groove” Allen, known for his music with Groove B. Chill and his role in House Party, has passed away, leaving a lasting imprint on both industries. Gene “Groove” Allen a key ...

Gene "Groove" Allen at 2023 screening of the 'House Party' remake Eric Charbonneau/Getty Images for Warner Bros. Gene “Groove” Allen, a New York City rapper of the 1980s-’90s trio Groove B. Chill who ...