No, Mo’Kelly isn’t saying the high-profile and talented British actor reads The

Idris Elba

Mo’Kelly Report, but sho’ nuff there are some similarities in viewpoints.  Check out Elba’s recent comments on Hollywood, Tyler Perry and the “buffoonish” nature of Madea and Big Momma.  This is on the heels of his remarks in April of 2010 calling for more diversity on British television.

Jus’ sayin’…it’s good to know that Mo’Kelly isn’t alone in this fight.

Full story HERE.

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On the Spike Lee vs. Tyler Perry debate

Can I be candid?” he asks before turning to face the audience directly. “I don’t like all of Tyler Perry’s films. Yes, I did work with Tyler for “Daddy’s Little Girls” because it portrayed a positive image of a black father. I am happy for Tyler’s success…we need Tyler Perry…by going to support his movies, we need to show economic strength. But we are also responsible for elevating film. I’m not with buffoonish characters like Madea or Big Momma.”

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“We are responsible for elevating film.”

“We are responsible for elevating film.”

“We are responsible for elevating film.”