After our recent launch of the well-received “Life’s Poison” narrative short, we caught up with director Malcolm D. Lee for a brief phone interview to talk about his experience making the project. Known for both comic and dramatic features with predominantly African American casts like The Best Man, Roll Bounce, and Undercover Brother, this narrative … Malcolm D. Lee On “Life’s Poison”
Outside Looking In is a wonderful film by Phil Bertelsen about transracial adoption that is both parts exploration and introspection. Phil shares his personal struggle with racial and cultural identity as a black boy being raised by white parents. Although they are caring, loving and nurturing, his parents are unable to provide Phil with the … IN THE MAKING: Sabrina Gordon on Remix: Outside Looking In
written by Angela Tucker As someone born and raised in New York, I have come in contact with homeless men and women my entire life. My childhood friend, Kim Gittens has worked at various homeless organizations throughout the city. Through her stories, she has revealed to me a clear and real face to an invisible … IN THE MAKING: Angela Tucker on “Invisible Men”
written by Kagendo Murungi One of the things I love about GREGORY (Invisible Men) is how director/editor Angela Tucker presents both the film’s subject, Gregory and the issue of homelessness in a humanizing and visually pleasing way. This was a refreshing change from mainstream news’ once or twice a year profile of ‘the homeless’ as … Gregory’s Rooftop
By Zettler Clay There’s a reason why prostitution is considered the world’s oldest profession. The practice of men as the pimps who put women on the stroll to make money, and then bring it back is as original as paint. It is an underground activity in the United States that many women of esteem separate … Supermanning and Over-Masculinity in Music
by Zettler Clay I am reading a book now entitled The Secret Power of Music by David Tame. Its premise is that music influences virtually every physical, intellectual and emotional process. Harmonious music makes a plant grow faster, dissonant music stunts and kills it. In fact, music can even change chromosomes. Peaceful cultures listen to … The Stealth of Music
by Zettler Clay The King stay the King. This is not a tribute to The Wire. There will plenty of time for that later. This is the acknowledgement that certain arts get it when it comes to certain topics. When it comes to the topic of black masculinity, this show hits it right on … Rules to the Game