Release Date: 8/29/21; Lifetime
Genre: Thriller
Rating: NR
Director: David DeCoteau
Studio(s): Hybrid, Lifetime
Cast: Vivica A. Fox, Jackée Harry, Sofia Masson, Alexis Samone, Claire Tablizo.
Story: Kate begins to suspect that Anna, the newly appointed captain of her cheer squad, is responsible for the death of Emma, but while Kate tries to find the truth, Anna is out to destroy her life. Source: IMDB. Photo Source: Shadow & Act.
Release Date: 2/11/21; Lifetime Movie Network
Genre: Drama
Rating: NR
Director: David DeCoteau
Studio(s): Hybrid, Lifetime Movie Network
Cast: Vivica A. Foxx, Mariah Robinson, Michael Bergin and Evan Adams.
Story: After her father’s passing, Emily tries to put herself out there. A bright student, she doesn’t have the easiest time making friends. With the help of Ms. Connelly, her senior year is in full swing, but she has yet to find a guy, let alone a Valentine of her very own. As luck would have it, the new boy at school has his eye on Emily and delivers her the annual school gift of a candy cupid. Could he be the one or does he have some ulterior motives as well? Source(s): msn.com; mylifetime.com. Photo source(s): thecinemaholic.com; msn.
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Release Date: 12/8/20; OWN
Genre: Romance/Holiday
Rating: NR
Director: David DeCoteau
Studio(s): Hybrid; OWN: The Oprah Winfrey Network; Harpo Films
Running Time: Unknown
Cast: Vivica A. Fox (Vivian), Jackée Harry (Deborah), Morgan Dixon (Lena), Leah Briese (Stephanie), Alonzo B. Slater (Michael), Ricco Ross (David), Kelli Dawn Hancock (Claudia), Chris Rouse (Earl), Mercedez Ja’Miece (Julie).
Story: A holiday tale of rediscovery and renewal when up-and-coming journalist Lena Jones (Dixon) is tasked with delivering a story by Christmas that will wow her boss, magazine editor Vivian Vaye (Fox), who is dangling a promotion to head writer over Lena’s head. Intrigued by a portrait of a mysterious woman painted by her late grandfather, Lena journeys to the small town of Pineville, where with her mother, Deborah’s (Harry) blessing and support, Lena uncovers a long-ago forgotten tale of young love that not only uncovers cherished memories of the past, but also inspires Lena to follow her heart and find her own true love … and her perfect Christmas story. Source(s): Shadow & Act; Black Film & TV.
Release Date: 11/6/20; In Theaters
Genre: Drama
Rating: NR
Director: Jamal Hill
Studio(s): Faith Media Distribution
Running Time: 81 mins.
Cast: Cast members from the original film returning for the sequel are Vivica A. Fox, Andra Fuller, Erica Peeples, Iyana Halley, and Jamaar Simon. New additions are Rotimi, Jeremy Meeks, Niatia ‘Lil Mama’ Kirkland, Faith Evans, Starletta DuPois, Tamar Braxton, Lisa Renee Pitts, Christian James, Kevin Sizemore and Waka Flocka Flame.
Story: Based on Teri Woods’ novel of the same name, True To The Game was released in 2017. True To The Game 2 picks up a year after the first installment, following the lives of the characters affected by Quadir’s (Columbus Short) murder. Separating herself from Philly’s dangerous scene, Gena (Erica Peeples) has reinvented herself as a journalist, living and working in NYC. Quickly growing in her company, Gena is sent on assignment to LA for a career changing story. Though Gena is far from home, her life in Philly seems to always make an appearance. Someone from Quadir’s circle has avenged his death with a hit on Jerrell’s crew members, reigniting another war between the two crews. Jerrell (Andra Fuller) is determined to get paid by any means necessary and he’ll start with Gena. Source: Black Film.
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Release Date: 9/8/17; In Theaters
Genre: Drama
Rating: NR
Running Time: Unknown
Director: Preston A. Whitmore, II
Studio: Imani Motion Pictures
Cast: Erica Peeples (Gena Hollins), Vivica A. Fox (Shoog), Nelsan Ellis (Tyrik), Malcolm David Kelley (Black), Jennifer Freeman (Lita), Columbus Short (Quadir Richards), Nafessa Williams (Sahirah), Andra Fuller (Jerrell), Draya Michele (Cherelle), Starletta DuPois (Gah-Git).
Story: Based on the novel of the same name written by Teri Woods. The film is about a charismatic drug lord, played by Columbus Short, who falls for a young girl from Philadelphia. He begins planning a way out of the crime world with his love for her, but tragedy strikes just as he is about to start his new life. Source: Firstshowing.net.
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Release Date: 5/23/17 (VOD & DVD)
Genre: Thriller
Rating: NR
Running Time: 120 mins.
Director: Corey Grant
Studio(s): New Breed Entertainment, Breaking Glass Pictures
Cast: David Ramsey, Shireen Crutchfield, Mckinley Freeman, Michele Weaver, Lanett Tachel, Tank, Essence Atkins, Dionne Gipson, Dean Cain, Vivica A. Fox.
Story: Sasha and Guy’s marriage is tested when they are independently seduced by sexy, young lovers, both with dark pasts and hidden nefarious agendas. Source: Official Site, Illicitmovie.com.
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