Category: Upcoming Films

The Free State of Jones

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Release Date: 5/13/16 (In Theaters)
Genre:  Drama/Historical
Rating:  Unknown
Running Time:  Unknown
Studios:  Larger Than Life Productions, Route One Films, Vendian Entertainment, STX Entertainment, Showtime Networks.
Director: Gary Ross
Cast:  Matthew McConaughey (Newton Knight), Gugu Mbatha-Raw (Rachel), Keri Russell (Serena Knight), Mahershala Ali (Moses Washington).

Free State of Jones

Details:  The plot is based on the true story of Newton Knight (Matthew McConaughey), a Southern farmer who fell in love with a slave named Rachel (Gugu Mbatha-Raw). This relationship lead him to rebel against the Confederate Army. Actress Keri Russell is set to play Newton’s wife Serena, while Mahershala Ali is portraying Moses Washington, an escaped slave who becomes Newton’s ally in his fight to secede from the Confederacy. Source(s): Movieweb, IMDB.  Photo source: IMDB.

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Stop Pepper Palmer

Stop Pepper PalmerRelease Date: 3/10/15 (DVD); 4/7/14 (Houston World Fest)
Genre:  Comedy
Rating:  NR
Running Time:  93 mins.
Studios:  James Brothers Studio, Little Mother Productions, Level 33 Entertainment
Directors: Lonzo Liggins, Danny James.
Cast: Too Short (Himself), Carleton Bluford (Jerome Johnson), Latoya Rhodes (Leah Daniels), Lonzo Liggins (Kevin Brown), Andrew Diaz (Pepper Palmer).

Story:  A unique comedy about three black guys who live in Utah, who happen to be the only black people who live in Utah. By accident, they stumble upon a new black woman who has come to town and they begin to vie for her love. The only problem is that she’s not from Utah and they fear that growing up around too many white people may have rubbed off on them and could be unappealing to her. Therefore, they hire Pepper Palmer from Cleveland to help them become more “black.” Only Pepper isn’t who he claims to be and trouble soon ensues. Source(s): stoppepperpalmer.com-official site, Amazon.

Trailer:  http://www.stoppepperpalmer.com/

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Mysterious Ways

Mysterious WaysRelease Date:  4/21/15 (DVD); Release Year (2014)
Genre:  Drama/Inspirational
Rating:  Unrated
Running Time:  79 mins.
Studio:  Image Entertainment
Director:  Dan Garcia
Cast:  Wendy Raquel Robinson, Gary Dourdan, Erica Atkins Campbell, Telma Hopkins.

Story:  The day a hit and run driver took the life of her little boy, Marilyn (Wendy Raquel Robinson) died inside. Not even the passing of time, the love of a good man or a job as choir director at her church could bring her peace. But a chance encounter with a mysterious homeless man, who calls himself Mozart (Gary Dourdan), will change Marilyn’s world and let her see that there are no accidents, and true healing starts with forgiveness. Source: Image Entertainment.

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Hear No Evil

See No EvilRelease Date:  3/14/15 (TV One); 6/21/14 (American Black Film Festival)
Genre:  Drama
Rating:  NR
Running Time:  Unknown
Studio:  Swirl Films, UpToParr Productions LLC
Director:  Russ Parr

Cast:  Jahnee Wallace (Shelby), Jill Marie Jones (Kate), Richard T. Jones (Samuel), Jackie Long (Jason), Leander Suleiman (Jennifer).

Story:  A freak accident jolts Shelby Carson — a 15-year-old hearing impaired student — from her peaceful world of silence and seclusion into the world of the hearing. When she begins to hear messages from God, Shelby discovers that more than just her hearing was restored in the accident. Filled with chaos and confusion, Shelby struggles to cope with her newfound circumstances. She battles with what she should do with the knowledge of startling realities — including compromised health and well-being — facing the people around her. What initially seems to be a blessing on the surface could very well be a curse that unravels the bond between her dearest loved ones. Relationships are tested and secrets are revealed in this compelling story of family, faith and the resolve of a young girl. Sources: IMDB, Deadline. Photo Source: Shadow & Act.

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Intuition

Intuition

Release Date:  4/21/15 (DVD)
Genre:  Thriller
Rating:  NR
Running Time: 102 mins.
Studio:  Maverick Entertainment
Director:  Mckinson Souverain
Cast:  Ladele Tojoula, Julian Hanlan, Ashley Jean-Pierre.

Story:  Intuition takes place with workaholic relationship therapist, Dr. David Francis, who tries to help Kenny deal with his trust issues. The Doctor fails to realize his patient is having an affair with his finance Karen. Source: Maverick Entertainment.

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Subspiral

SubspiralRelease Date:  3/17/15 (DVD); 5/2/13 (Video premiere)
Genre:  Thriller
Rating:  NR
Running Time:  88 mins.
Studio(s:  Maverick Entertainment Group, Push to Win productions
Director:  Alton Claude

Cast:  Marvin Baldwin, Jr. (Andre), Donnette Nicholson (Mom), DJ Ron Viper (Six), Marquen Green (Tru), Antrice Wynn (Nadine).

Story:  Subspiral is a dark and gritty urban tale of a young man who tries to avoid following the path of his wayward older brother. Tru Hawkins has always looked to his big brother, Six, for guidance. Unfortunately, the blind cannot lead the blind. Seeking a better life for his two children, Tru lands a 9 to 5 where he meets the temptress Nadine.

Things rapidly spiral out of control as Nadine brings Tru into the very life he hoped to avoid. The actions taken by Tru does not only affect himself but also those within his circle. Can Tru escape the force within the spiral that seeks to pull him down? Or can he muster the strength to overcome the Subspiral? Sources: Maverick Entertainment; Official site – Subspiralmovie.com.

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