Bella Honey Soul Spotlights They Call Me Dae
I want to thank the fam at Bella Honey Soul for sharing my work, bio info and the trailer to They Call Me Dae on their site. They are our media sponsor for our June 9 NYC They Call Me Dae, Dinner & A Movie screening… It takes a village to spread the word. Bella [...]
Hip Hop Moguls Spotlights They Call Me Dae
I want to thank the fam at Hip Hop Moguls for sharing my work, bio info and the trailer to They Call Me Dae on their site… It takes a village to spread the word… You are now a part of our village. We are gearing up for our June 9 NYC event!!! Here’s our [...]
Tags: african american film director, short film, teen bully, They Call Me Dae
In Case You Missed It: Retaliation Radio Archive, Episode 1
Here’s the link to the debut episode of Retaliation Radio. Our topic was: Can retaliation in schools be avoided? Listen now. We had a glitch at the 3:56 – 4:53 mark. (I didn’t know how pull my first caller in!!!) Listen to internet radio with StillEyeRiseFilms on Blog Talk Radio Next week’s topic: Adult bullies- [...]
Tags: blog talk radio, Radio, radio show, retaliation, Yasmin Shiraz
4 Things Your School Should Be Doing To Reduce Bullying & Fights
I’ve written books that deal with with it, I’ve shot two films that expose it, but now I’m putting additional articles on this blog that will give specific strategies to help schools reduce violence and deal with bullying, fights, etc. These suggestions should be taken directly to your school’s principal, the Parent/Teacher Association, Student Government [...]
Yasmin Parties! Gotta Support My Fellow Filmmakers!
I was in NYC last night to support Stuart Films’ 3 year anniversary party. I had a fantastic time. I had the opportunity to meet Vladimir Versailles who played “Cedric” in Mooz-lum. I had such a wonderful time. Vlad has wonderful energy! If you haven’t seen it already, please go to see the movie, Mooz-lum. [...]
Tags: african american film, director, krystal farris, mooz-lum, naza usher, They Call Me Dae, vladimir versailles
Black Swan: I Saw It, Here are my thoughts…
I’m bout to see Black Swan, finally! I’m pretty excited. I know I’m late, but I had my own movie that I was writing,directing and producing. If you’ve seen it already, leave me a comment and tell me what you thought. I heard it was off the hook. The trailer is below: My review: Here’s [...]
Tags: film, movie, natalie portman
Powerful Comments on They Call Me Dae (Trailer)
The comments for They Call Me Dae have been absolutely empowering. Here are what some of my friends and fans had to say after seeing the trailer: Nice job. You wrote & directed it ?!?!?! WOW… Keep going 4 yours. Keep Up The Good Work!!! – Nathalyone There is always a catalyst behind fear, anger, [...]
Tags: african american, film, girl fights
They Call Me Dae Trailer is LIVE! Check it out. Spread the word.
The trailer to new film, They Call Me Dae is live. It tells the story of Dae, a teen bully who boasts about her exploits. But when we take a good look at her life, we don’t know if Dae’s anger comes from simply hating other girls or drama from home. They Call Me Dae [...]
Tags: african american film director, cynthia mccright, female film director, Independent Film, naza usher, They Call Me Dae
Reader Shout Out: Joselyn in Iowa!
I just finished writing a letter to Joselyn, a sophomore in Iowa who read Retaliation and wrote me a letter. She wrote a great letter and my favorite part was when she said, At the part where Tashera is walking back home after school, DeCalia, Jessica and Alexandra get out the car and start pushing [...]
Tags: iowa, joselyn, reader shout out, retaliation, They Call Me Dae
Raven Symone’s Weight Loss Comments (Photos)
I’ve been surfing the web and noticed that my girl, Raven Simon has lost a bunch of weight, is looking fab and is also talking about it. Not talking about how she lost the weight, but talking about the fact that she loved herself as thick and fabulous but “nobody else did.” Keep it real, [...]
Tags: actress, looking good, raven symone, weight loss
Stand For Peace Assemblies & Screenings: Major Successes!
I met some really motivated young people at Trenton Central High School today. I had two assemblies and a luncheon meet and greet. I just want to thank the students for sharing their stories and speaking up. I met some young entrepreneurs, aspiring actors, and just all-around good people. The principal there is mad cool! [...]
Tags: Lifestyle Change, stand for peace, trenton central high school
Speak Up: Tell Trenton Youth How You Feel About Violence & Peace
I’ll be doing two assemblies with Trenton Central High School next week. Its Stand For Peace week. In preparation for my presentation, I wanted to ask my readers, tweeps, my fb family, my film audience for a message for the youth in Trenton. What would you like me to say to Trenton youth to inspire [...]
Tags: stand for peace week, trenton, trenton central high school
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