Tuesday, November 21, 2017
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Friday, November 10, 2017
CAN ONE QUESTION SAVE THE USA?
A teaser for the film was released today to audiences worldwide.
"The American Question," produced by Guy Seemann – a political veteran and entrepreneur who's lived all over the world and directed by James Kicklighter – a Hollywood filmmaker raised in rural Georgia, profiles dozens of Americans from across the political, economic and social spectrum in search of these answers, going far deeper than just getting people together to find some superficial common ground.
The film explores this question through the lens of history, deteriorating civic education and evolving culture rather than rehashing the 2016 election. After conducting dozens of interviews of people from different walks of life all across the country, the creators believe something much bigger is at work, and that it has the potential to threaten the status of America as a superpower.
"We found that our divides had nothing to do with the election," Seemann said. "Fights spring up over core values which are supposed to unite us as a nation. Religion, speech, equality, opportunity -- these concepts kept coming up over and over again."
"This is a unique period in time, but the identity crisis we're feeling is part of a cyclical pattern in this country. After our nation unites to defeat a common enemy – the imperial British, slavery and secession or the Nazis, we tend to lose our cohesiveness. This time, though, we have to address this issue or our status as a cohesive entity – let alone a superpower – is under threat," he added.
Kicklighter continued, "there's a set of values that define what it means to be an American. I heard people from all corners of the country saying the other side did not have their interests in mind. A fascinating pattern unfolded about the broader culture here, and we are trying to figure out what's causing it and what it means."
"What's dangerous is when someone comes to a different set of conclusions based on their ideological perspective and pegs the other as an enemy simply because the other doesn't agree with their individualized ideology," Kicklighter said. "I hope The American Question helps people recognize that their neighbor is as American as they are. That's the starting point we need to get to," he said.
With entire communities in crisis due to this breakdown over America's core values, the filmmakers are looking to spark a national conversation to encourage viewers to rethink how they themselves approach their own life decisions as well as their perceived differences with their neighbors. Seemann, Kicklighter and their national team want to enable them to reconcile over the shared values laid out in the founding documents which have helped the country overcome adversity since its founding.
Thursday, November 09, 2017
SEND YOUR RESUMES, TO THE QUAD.
The Quad received over 250 applications for the 8 openings. The students selected for the internship are: Maya Eaddy (Spelman College); Brandon Gilpin (Morehouse College); Nia Jones (Clark Atlanta University); Trishunda Mooney (Clark Atlanta University); Kirsten Danielle Owens (Clark Atlanta University); Quenten McNair (Clark Atlanta University); Denard Thomas (Florida A&M University); and Mykayla Williamson (Spelman College).
Designed by Executive Producers Felicia D. Henderson and Rob Hardy, The Quad Internship Program gives back to the community the show represents by training the next generation of Black leaders in the entertainment industry.
"We consider it an honor to help prepare the next generation of content creators by providing them with a window into the production process. So we're giving students with a passion for television production a chance to train with seasoned professionals," said Ms. Henderson, Co-Creator and Executive Producer of The Quad and faculty member in the Radio-Television-Film Department at The University of Texas at Austin.
Interns will begin training in November 2017 on The Quad stages and locations around Atlanta, GA. There will be two internship cycles, each one providing exposure to writing, producing, cinematography, production design, location management, costume design, hair and make-up applications, and the grip and electric departments.
"We're starting with colleges and universities in the Atlanta University Center because The Quad is shot on their campuses. It's only fair that the students here get first opportunity. They have been gracious and understanding as we inconvenience their lives in our efforts to add authenticity to our show. However, we plan to expand the internship program every season the show is renewed," said Ms. Henderson. As the alma mater of Mr. Hardy and series star Anika Noni Rose (Dr. Eva Fletcher), Florida A&M University is also included in the program's inaugural year.
The Quad's second season premieres January 23, 2018 on BET.
The Quad Internship Program is sponsored by Capital Arts Media (the studio that produces the series), WaterWalk Productions (Ms. Henderson's company), Rain Forrest Entertainment (Mr. Hardy's company), and BET Networks.
Wednesday, November 08, 2017
Tuesday, November 07, 2017
Thursday, November 02, 2017
Wednesday, November 01, 2017
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Thursday, October 26, 2017
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Friday, October 20, 2017
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
RAPPER YO GOTTI TO DUEL, W/ DR. DRE ON HEADPHONES.
With nearly two decades spent making music and mentoring emerging talent, Yo Gotti understands the importance of sound quality. "When I'm working on my music, I take special care to make sure the sound is perfect," said Yo Gotti. "I know I can turn to Monster to make sure me and my fans are experiencing the sound exactly as I intended."
The partnership between Monster and Yo Gotti is a natural synergy for the entrepreneurial music industry executive and builds on years of knowledge and experience in the evolving music-technology landscape. Yo Gotti will join the Monster family alongside the likes of Monster ambassadors Andre Ward, Lance Stephenson, Joe Perry and more.
"As a veteran in hip hop, Yo Gotti understands what his fans are looking for and understands that music matters," said Head Monster Noel Lee. "Yo Gotti's fans will love discovering his music all over again through the superior sound quality of Monster products."
Fans and music lovers worldwide will be able to view Yo Gotti's choice Monster products on his Monster VIP website that will launch this Fall. Among the products featured will be the family of Monster ClarityHD Designer series headphones which offer music more comfort, convenience and music listening quality for less. With impeccable build quality and materials, they are equipped with some of Monster's most advanced audio engineering and technologies, and are specially tuned to deliver no-compromise Pure Monster Sound for listening experience that brings music to life, offering vibrant attack dynamics for horns and percussion instruments, rich, life-like vocals, and powerful bass and crystal clear high frequencies.
Yo Gotti's new album "I Still Am" will be released on October 27, 2017 and includes his platinum hit "Rake It Up" featuring Nicki Minaj and features new collaborations with 21 Savage, French Montana, Chris Brown and Meek Mill.
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Monday, October 16, 2017
Friday, October 13, 2017
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
CELEBRITY HOMOPHOBIA: WE'RE THE MILLERS STAR, WILL POULTER?!
At Gelsons Market in Century City,CA- The "What's your face,dude!" actor walked up to our reporter-at the salad bar. These two men didn't know each other- at all;He with the painted on eyebrows, called him "a faggot!"
The straight & mild mannered reporter at the "shithead," & called him "Lying White Trash!" Poulter looked confused and went silent. He walked away for just over 10 minutes.
Next,The Revenant star returned to the man. The source, was sampling some food. Poulter then, made a racist remark involving, looking like "an ape" and something involving "a banana."
The handicapped source, then screamed at the "Stupid Redneck!" to leave him alone.For the second time: Gally, the dumb Maze Runner, was silently baffled. He finally left the man alone & left the store.
Monday, October 09, 2017
Friday, October 06, 2017
Thursday, October 05, 2017
Tuesday, October 03, 2017
Monday, October 02, 2017
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
THE IMAGEN AWARDS. NOW ON PBS.
Catch the 32nd Imagen Awards on PBS!
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Thirteen, New York
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SAG-AFTRA REACHES DEAL W/ VIDEO GAME INDUSTRY!
Dear Member,
We
have great news. Our negotiating committee has reached an agreement to
end the strike against 11 video game companies that has been ongoing
since October 21, 2016. Accordingly,
you are free to resume working for the companies that were struck on
all titles effective immediately.
I
want to acknowledge the incredible work of the SAG-AFTRA Interactive
Negotiating Committee, chaired by Keythe Farley. Their commitment to
reflecting the concerns and the
voices of the member community is embodied in this agreement.
The
terms of the tentative agreement, which was reached early Saturday
morning, resolved two points of contention we had with the employers:
transparency and secondary compensation.
First, it instituted a new bonus structure that provides an additional payment to performers
beyond their session fee. The newly-bargained terms also include significant improvements in the area of transparency.
This
expanded information will empower performers and their representatives
to bargain knowledgeably for compensation and to understand the nature
of the performance that will
be required, both of which have been a challenge for our members in an
environment characterized by code names and secrecy.
The National Board will vote on the contract at its October meeting.
The new terms take effect upon ratification.
In
the meantime, members are free to provide covered services pursuant to
the expired terms of the prior Interactive Media Agreement with the
struck companies effective immediately.
Strength in unity,
Gabrielle Carteris
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
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