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Co-directors Luchina Fisher and Kate Davis takes the win at ABFF for their Documentary “Locked Out”

by Jan D. July 17, 2023
written by Jan D.

Out of the eleven films that competed in the documentary category at the 27th annual American Black Film Festival, co-directors Luchina Fisher and Oscar Nominee Kate Davis takes the win for their film Locked Out. This Detroit-based documentary sheds light on black women battling redlining to achieve the American Dream of Homeownership. 

The Knockturnal had the opportunity to speak with the filmmakers and dive more into the significance of the film and why it’s important to amplify the voices of those fighting evictions, predatory lending, and modern-day redlining in America’s most segregated city. You can check out the exclusive full interview below: 

The Knockturnal: Why was it important to tell this story? 

Kate Davis: The critical issues around racial barriers to homeownership are not only huge, reflecting an enormous economic gap in America, but they are so often overlooked.  We felt we could get a wide audience to care and understand better the fabric of the country if we delved into the stories of Black women in the ‘trenches’ of home ownership challenges.

Luchina Fisher: Owning a home is the cornerstone of building wealth in America, and Black Americans have increasingly been locked out of the housing market. On this 55th anniversary year of the Fair Housing Act, the gap between white and Black homeownership is larger than it was when discrimination was legal. This is not a historical issue. These issues are playing out right now. And it’s important for people to see that through the stories of these brave Black women in Detroit.

The Knockturnal: And what does this win mean to you? 

KD: As a white woman, how much I took for granted regarding the prospects of owning one’s own home.  I also learned that generational wealth is fundamental and something we all need to fight for in creating a more level playing field for all.

LF: This win at ABFF means that the jury recognizes the importance and urgency of this story. I hope it will continue to lift the film so that it finds audiences and change makers who can really address some of these issues and the gap in homeownership.

The Knockturnal: Did either of you face any difficult challenges while filming this documentary? 

KD: One challenge was bringing complex issues to light in a way which evoked humanity.  This is not “just” a look at financial inequality, it is a portrait of a broken system that has enormous emotional impacts on families and the whole country.

LF: The biggest challenge for me was taking these complex issues of mortgages and redlining and predatory lending and humanizing them through the lives of these women in Detroit. What we learned during the filming is that Black women are the group in America most likely to be evicted or locked out of housing and that these issues are playing out in all parts of our country.

After a successful win at ABFF, the filmmakers are working on getting the film on a platform for wider distribution. Locked out is currently on the circuit headed to Newark, New Jersey, and Woods Hole, Massachusetts, next. 

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Filmmaker JR Aristide Takes Center Stage and Introduces The World To Haitian Cinema

by Jan D. June 23, 2023
written by Jan D.

The American Black Film Festival kicked off its second day by showcasing films in their Voices of the
Culture category. This is a non-competitive section of narrative short films directed by persons of African
descent. One film in particular that captivated the audience’s attention was a short film titled Port of a
Prince, written and directed by JR Aristide. This film follows a young Haitian boy who must decide if
joining a gang is the right path for him.

The Knockturnal could not miss out on the opportunity to learn more about JR as a Haitian-American
filmmaker, so we set up a one-on-one chat about the making of his short film and why it is important to
give the Haitian youth a voice. You can read the full exclusive one on one interview below:

The Knockturnal: When did you realize you wanted to become a filmmaker? I know it’s common in the Caribbean
culture for parents to advocate their kids to go the more safe/traditional route.

JR: For me personally, the time I knew I wanted to be a storyteller was back in 2012 after I graduated high school. A year later, I went to go see Fruitvale station and I was an emotional wreck towards the end of
the film. I grew so attached to the main character and for it to be taken away from me was very devastating. I
could honestly say it’s the film that lit my fuse as a filmmaker.

He continued by giving a shoutout to director Ryan Coogler for playing a vital part in his decision-making
to pursue a career in filmmaking after meeting him on the set of Black Panther.

JR: In 2016, I was attending FAMU and heard on the radio that there was an open casting call for Black
Panther. I wanted to meet Ryan Coogler at the time, so I drove four hours to Atlanta just to make the audition. I was actually the first few people there and by the time I finished my audition, over 5,000 people were waiting in line with their full African attire on. A few weeks later when I got the email that I was booked for the extra role, It was the first time I truly ever felt lucky. I came to the audition with regular clothes on and no expectations of booking the role while
others went all out.

The Knockturnal: Did you end up meeting Ryan Coogler on the set?

JR: I did! He was a wonderful person. When people say representation matters, I can tell you that it
does. Seeing Ryan on set directing gave me every bit of confidence to know someday I could do this. When people kept hitting me up saying they saw me in the Black Panther film, I felt very blessed for the opportunity.

The Knockturnal: Why was it important for you to make a film that highlighted certain aspects of Haitian
culture and also the struggle?

JR: Before the pandemic, I was working on projects that were centered around Haitian Stories
because of the scarcity of it. I wanted people to see Haitian cinema the same way we do for other
cultures. For this project, I saw a clip from a Haitian news outlet and it was so jarring to see a
young kid carrying a gun that was as tall as he was while stating his gang affiliation; It rocked me, and As a filmmaker, my mind went straight to film and that clip became the inspiration. I wondered what the little boy life would have been like before he became a gang member. This is what is happening to our youth in our country and it’s not being talked about enough. The youth in Haiti is the most disenfranchised. Kids in the community didn’t have a voice, it’s like they classify you as a child, so their opinions held no weight. No one is speaking for them. There is a lot of different violence that is happening in the streets of Haiti, but I feel like the kids are just as important because they are our future. If we don’t support them now, then we fail them by perpetuating the problem. That’s why I wanted the film to be shot In Port-au-Prince specifically to add authenticity to the story.

The Knockturnal: And how was it working with the kid actors in Haiti? I know there’s a lot of talent
there.

JR: Lots of talent! I had many people audition for the film and I wish I could cast them all but there were only limited roles available. Our main actor in the movie didn’t have to over-perform because his real father had been through that. While I was directing, I wanted to make sure I was sensitive when it came to pulling emotions from him without triggering his trauma. He was wise beyond his years.

The Knockturnal: Take me through the process of making the film, At the screening you
mentioned most of your talent and workers came from Haiti and you had a few partners with you from
America to help you.

JR: Yeah, so I needed a producer and there was a production company in Haiti called Muska. I directly
reached out to a man named Gilbert Mirambeau JR and connected with him immediately. He became my producer and
took care of most things like managing the logistics, transportation, and so on. We also brought in
the first AD, Ruth Macien, and she was a rockstar! Everyone who worked on the film was from Haiti except for
the crew that I brought with me which were my DP, his AC, and Gaffer. I wanted a
certain quality for the film, and they achieved that. I’m pretty sure it was life-changing for the guys who
traveled with me since they had a chance to see Haiti up close. They ended up falling in love with the people,
the food, and the culture.

The Knockturnal: What was the cost film and how did you end up raising money to make the film?

JR: I first wanted to shoot the film for $10,000 because that’s all I had but once the script was done, it
doubled. After the post-production/festival fees, that was another grand, so the total of the film budget
was thirty-five grand. Most of the money came from my savings. Luckily, my boss at the time paid for
the crew’s flight so travel was covered for all four of us.

The Knockturnal: What do you want audiences to know about you as a filmmaker?

JR:When you watch my films, I want you to feel the emotions of my characters in the story.  I want them to critically think and look at the world through my eyes as a director. I want other filmmakers to feel inspired and take chances and risks to further their stories to a place that brings them much, much success. When you watch my films, I want you to feel— That’s the most rewarding to me.

The Knockturnal: And lastly, What’s next for you?

JR: I’m currently in development for two projects, one is a feature film that has something to do with the Haitian migration crisis. It’s a Haitian story that’s also told through the eyes of a young boy.

With a bright future ahead, JR Aristide will take center stage and introduce the world to Haitian
cinema while leaving a lasting impact on an entire community. The rise of Haitian talent in the entertainment industry is a testament to the country’s rich history and the resilience of its people. As more Haitian filmmakers/entertainers continue to make way, Haiti’s global influence will only continue to grow!

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Gabrielle Union, Keith Powers, and Director Numa Perrier Gets Candid on How To Find “The Perfect Find”

by Jan D. June 23, 2023
written by Jan D.

The cast of The Perfect Find hits the red carpet during the 27th annual American Black Film
Festival. Not only did they pull up wearing stunning fashion pieces from top designers like
Burc Akyol, Greg Lauren, and House of Aama, but they also gave advice to fans who are
still on a search for their own perfect find.

The film was screened in Miami Beach at the New World Symphony for ABFF Passholders.
This film follows a fashion editor’s career making a comeback but hits a snag when she learns
the charming young stranger she kissed at a party is her new coworker — who happens to be her                                              boss’ son.

We initially spoke with the film’s director, Numa Perrier, who is making her return back to ABFF
after winning best director and best feature awards for Jezebel in 2019. “I just saw Jeff and
Nicole Friday, who is right there, and we gave each other big hugs,” Perrier exclaimed, “and it
just feels so good to be back”! She then told us a tip for finding the perfect find, “Really, be
yourself. Let it go and be yourself, and don’t try to control the outcome. I think that’s kind of the
moral of the story here.”

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – JUNE 16: (L-R) Gabrielle Union and Keith Powers attend ‘The Perfect Find’ Centerpiece Screening at American Black Film Festival at New World Center on June 16, 2023 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Netflix)

Gabrielle Union-Wade, who plays Jenna in the film, stopped by in her Burk Akyol sheer bodycon dress. She is known for playing many iconic “It girl” roles, such as Isis (Bring It On), Conny Spalding (Two Can Play That Game), and so on. Aside her from water and boundaries being her main beauty tip, Union shares her secret to the perfect find, “You have to understand that you are the perfect find. Instead of searching for somebody else that completes you, you must understand that you are always your perfect find.”

Keith Powers is best known for his role as Ronnie DeVoe in BET’s miniseries The New Edition Story. He plays alongside Union-Wade as her love interest, Eric, in the film. “Eric is an aspiring director. When you meet him, he’s living with his mom, trying to figure out life while she cares for him.” Powers added, “You get to see him grow and have mature moments, but you also see that he has a lot to work on.” Ultimately, just like Gabriella Union and Numa Perrier, he emphasizes the importance of you being the perfect find. “Find yourself first; many of us hop into relationships with many traumas, and we put that trauma into someone we say we love.”

 

MIAMI, FLORIDA – JUNE 16: The Perfect Find Courtesy of Netflix screening during Day 3 of the American Black Film Festival at the New World Center on June 16, 2023 in Miami, FL. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton / ABFF)

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John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, and Director Juel Taylor talks “They Cloned Tyrone” at ABFF!

by Jan D. June 17, 2023
written by Jan D.

Things are heating up in Miami Beach as ABFF makes a return for their 27th annual film festival! With They Cloned Tyrone being the opening night film, movie goers got to see actor John Boyega, who played Fontaine in the film, get into character by serving three separate red carpet looks.

With his final red carpet appearance, The Knockturnal had the opportunity to speak with him about his role and rise to success.

“It’s a celebration of blaxploitation films! This movie was fun to make and made us connect so well,” He shared. “I play the role of Fontaine, and he’s going through an early life crisis after finding out he’s a clone. [This movie] shows the process of that investigation.” he further explained. As Boyega continues his rise to fame, we can’t help but to notice how authentic he remains while navigating the industry as a British actor.

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – JUNE 14: John Boyega attends as They Cloned Tyrone opens The American Black Film Festival at New World Center on June 14, 2023 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Netflix)

“It first starts with the ability to be comfortable being yourself. There are a couple of obstacles you have to
go through; your personality may not make everybody happy. Once you’re confident in yourself, whatever
that process is, you can step into those spaces  and don’t care about what anyone says.”

Teyonah Parris, who plays yo-yo in the film, also stopped by to give us more insight into her character. “We shall say
[yoyo] is a…. pro at what she does. She’s ambitious, intelligent, and doesn’t take no for an answer.” She goes on to say that Director Juel Taylor gave them the space to make their own creative choice which allowed the cast to play around with the boundaries in cinema.

With this being his first directorial debut, Juel Taylor praises ABFF for the support and positivity they constantly show him.

“It’s amazing, and I love the energy; you know how it is when black folks get together. I’m blessed!” He
continued emphasizing how collaborating with the cast has been an excellent experience. “They all bring so
much more to the characters than I ever imagined. I’m constantly surprised by the choices they
make.”

Although Jamiee Foxx wasn’t able to attend the carpet, his co-stars made sure to give him his flowers while he is still making a recovery.

MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – JUNE 14: John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, and Juel Taylor attend as They Cloned Tyrone opens The American Black Film Festival at New World Center on June 14, 2023 in Miami Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Netflix)

Netflix’s They Cloned Tyrone will be premiering on July 21, 2023.

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Meagan Good, Grace Byers, Jerrie Johnson, Shoniqua Shandai & Tyler Lepley Talk ‘Harlem’ Season 2

by Jan D. February 4, 2023
written by Jan D.

Harlem season 2 is back and things take a wild turn as these four ambitious friends tap into new careers, new self-discovery, and…. old love? 

This show follows four ambitious friends trying to navigate their way of life in the streets of Harlem. Although things gets messy in different areas of their lives, these friends remain tight-knit through humor and humility. The Knockturnal had the opportunity to chat with the cast of Harlem to get a quick scoop of what to expect this season!

 

The show creator, Tracy Oliver, made it apparent that she didn’t want to brush over the things that happened in season one. “I wanted to start where we left off” she stated.  “I see a lot in rom-coms where people make these big moves and you just assume everything works out.”

The rest of the cast also weighed in on the journey this new season will be taking the viewers! A few new guest stars will also be making an appearance throughout the season. With a great ensemble, this show will be diving deeper into each characters struggles as they navigate their way in Harlem.

You can now stream Harlem Season 2 on Prime Video.

 

 

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EXCLUSIVE: Issa Rae talks “Rap Sh*t” at ABFF

by Jan D. July 6, 2022
written by Jan D.

Knockturnal had the chance to catch up with ABFF Ambassador, Issa Rae, to chat about her highly
anticipated series, Rap Sh*t.

The new comedy series follows two Miami-based rappers, Shawna (Aida Osman) and Mia (KaMillion)
attempting to find success in the music industry.

“It’s something for the summer!” Issa stated, “Whether you’re a creative in the music industry or just an
entrepreneur in general, there’s something to relate to in this particular story.”

In recent years, we’ve witnessed Issa Rae becoming a mogul with all of the other projects she’s done
leading up to this moment; from running her entertainment company (Hoorae Media), opening up a
black-owned coffee shop in Inglewood, gracing several magazine covers, and more. She
expressed to Knockturnal how making time for herself came with some challenges.

“I took all of January off and that was hard for me”, she explained. She went on to discuss why that
month was so grand. “My birthday is in January, the first day of the year is in January and that’s when
I’m the most productive”, she expressed. Taking that month off made her realize that rest is needed to
create space for new ventures.

Knockturnal also had the opportunity to attend the HBO Max Power of Visibility (POV) event to chat
with the behind-the-scenes talent of Rap Sh*t:  Eliza Diop, Chris Sanford, Montreal Mckay, Aida
Osman, and Nina Gloster.

The writers of Rap Sh*t made it clear that this show isn’t about the real-life popular rap duo City Girls.
The City Girls actually serves as co-executive producers for the show and they inspired some of the
character arcs in the series.

“We can’t come to Miami and tell the story without tapping in with the City Girls”, Montreal exclaimed as he spoke about the influence Miami female rappers had in the entertainment industry, “Everyone up here, including
Issa, has such reverence for what these women are doing now.”

Aida Osman, who’s a writer and also plays “Shawna” on the show, tells us about developing the
characters in the writers room, “In the writers room, we naturally tell our own personal stories that
relates to the characters. We get very personal and deeply vulnerable about our story especially being a creative that’s
sensitive about their work”.

Rap Sh*t will premiere July 21st on HBO Max.

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EXCLUSIVE: The Proud Family cast talks Louder and Prouder at ABFF!

by Jan D. June 28, 2022
written by Jan D.

The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder!

Kyla Pratt, Paula Jai Parker, and Jo Marie Payton set the stage at ABFF to share what’s next for season
two on the highly anticipated series, The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder.

The reboot is a continuation of the original series, which follows the misadventures of 14-year- old
Penny Proud (Kyla Pratt) as she navigates through life with her rambunctious family and friends. When
the show originally premiered in 2001, it became one of the first original animated series about a
suburban black family. The series recently made return, available to Disney+ members, with some of
the original cast joined with new characters and other celebrity guest star appearances.
The Knockturnal sat down with the cast last week at The American Black Film Festival to chat about the
show’s impact. Paula Jai Parker, voiced as Trudy Proud, stated “This is literally and figuratively the
project I am most proud of in my arsenal of work.” She goes on to mention the phenomenal fan art they
received during the show’s hiatus.

Kyla Pratt agreed the fan art was one of the reasons they pushed Disney to do a reboot since fans were
waiting. Kyla exclaimed, “We had so many people who showed their love for the show it wasn’t hard to
be like ‘Uhhh Disney, what you doing?’.”

While the stars were reflecting back on their favorite episodes and experiences, Jo-Marie Payton (Suga
Mama) decided to address the elephant in the room pertaining to their ex co-star Orlando Bloom, who
voiced Sticky. “I believe everybody should get a second chance.” She graciously adds on, “If Disney gives
him a shot to come back on as Sticky it would open the doors for other things to happen for him.”

You can now stream The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder on Disney+.

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Exclusive: A Chat with Critter Fixer’s Stars at ABFF

by Jan D. June 21, 2022
written by Jan D.

Dr. Vernard Hodges and Dr. Terrance Ferguson are not just Critter Fixers, they are Critics Choice Award
winners! The two Georgia natives won the Critics Choice Award for best animal/nature show on
television.

With three successful seasons, the show shadows two longtime friends operating a veterinary
hospital in rural Georgia. These two country veterinarians care for an substantial amount of animals
while simultaneously educating the youth. The education they provide allows students to become
more knowledgeable about a career path that is not often discussed. Their education is changing the
game for the veterinarian world and this is only the beginning.

Knockturnal had the opportunity to interview the duo during the American Black Film Festival. Dr.
Hudges and Dr. Ferguson shared the difficulties of being a part of the 2% of African American
veterinarians in the entire United States. As they continued to persevere through the challenges, both
doctors remained committed to their purposes.

Critter Fixer Vets

Despite their success, one key component that stood out about the doctors was their authenticity and
ability to stay true to their core values. Whether the cameras were rolling or not, they remained
authentic to their unique individual selves.

During our dinner with the doctors, we were given a haste lesson on how to properly eat oysters from
Dr. Hodges. He advised, “The East Coast oysters have more saline and the West Coast oysters are a bit
sweeter.” He went on to display to the crew of Knockturnal how to consume the oysters the correct
way.

With all of the laughs and great conversations that were shared throughout the night, it was evident
that these veterinarians will continue to touch the lives of many minority children.

Critter Fixers is now streaming on Disney+.

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Exclusive: Ben Crump & Nadia Hallgren talks “Civil” at ABFF

by Jan D. June 21, 2022
written by Jan D.

Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump and Director Nadia Hallgren graced us with their presence at the 26th annual American Black Film Festival. “Civil” was screened at The New World Center in Miami receiving a standing ovation from the festival-goers. This groundbreaking documentary follows the life of Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump as he takes on different police brutality cases such as Breanna Taylor, Trayvon Martin, George Floyd, and many more. This documentary amplifies the injustices in a society that should be unified and protected. 

The Knockturnal had the opportunity to chat with Ben and Nadia about the making of Civil and the Films influence. Ben started out by giving thanks to Kenya Barris who served as the producer for this project. 

“[Kenya Barris] could’ve done another comedy and played it safe but he knew this part of the black experience in America is equally important.” 

Nadia touched on the powerful impact the media had as it pertains to exposing the realities of what goes on in Black America. 

“People were coming out marching for George Floyd in South Korea, Austria, and all of these places so we know this was just a special moment that resonated throughout the world.” 

 At the end of the interview, Ben shared his sentiments and praises Nadia for including his mother in the documentary.  

 “For her to be able to see this in her lifetime meant a lot to me because all I have and all that I am to be is because of my mother’s sacrifice.” 

 “Civil” is now streaming on Netflix.

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Exclusive: Cast Talks ‘The Outlaws’ Season 2 On Prime Video

by Jan D. May 13, 2022
written by Jan D.

The Outlaws (2022) is a new comedy series set to premiere on Prime Video and The Knockturnal got to chat with some of the cast and crew! This show follows seven completely  different strangers who have all committed crimes and will have to complete a community service program. 

 

Steven Merchant and Elgin James wrote the series together and they explained how the show came about in the first place. Elgin expresses this script was created during the Trump era when the world felt divided and triggered all the time. “On the outside, we look very different and come from different backgrounds but we actually have so much in common.” Steven chimes in and adds “This show gives you the opportunity to try to get into the headspace of these different characters.” 

 

We also interviewed some of the cast members about the characters they portray in the series. Gamba Cole plays the role of “Christian” who is a security guard for a nightclub and also is a caretaker for his sister. Rhianne Barreto plays “Rani” who’s an intelligent young woman that got into Oxford University but ended up doing mischievous things that landed her in the community service program. 

 

As the viewers continue watching the series, we get to explore more about the characters in each episode which will eventually lead to a plot twist none of us saw coming. 

 

The Outlaws is premiering on Prime Video starting April 1st!

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