So you can fly like wind, like wings, when you awaken.
“I found god in myself and I loved her..
I loved her fiercely.”
-Ntozake Shange
Rutina Wesley
Nicole Beharie
Danielle Brooks
Teyonah Parris
Lupita Nyong’o
Aja Naomi King
Cynthia Erivo
Candice Patton
Simone Missick
Tracee Ellis Ross
Fake Movies - Nine Down - Thriller
A year ago Laura Williams (Beharie) was dismissed from the secret service for having an affair with the one person she was never supposed to fall in love with; the President’s daughter, Elizabeth Collins (King), America’s golden girl, the prosecuter expected to one day follow in her father’s footsteps and one day run for office. Laura thought that was the end of it; the end of her career, the end of her relationship with Elizabeth but when Elizabeth’s life is on the line, Laura is called in to protect her once again. A list has been found. This list contains the names of ten people, all important to the government in some way or another. At the very top of that list is Elizabeth. One by one, the other nine people going missing only to turn up dead a few days later.
“Why, Liz? Why did they bring me back?”
“I put in a request. You’re the only person I can trust.”
“Talk to me. What is happening?”
ABFF 2016: Black Women In Hollywood – Speaking With Nicole Beharie, Teyonah Parris, Emayatzy Corinealdi, and Aja Naomi King
Posted by Wilson Morales | June 30, 2016
Among the highlights of the American Black Film Festival (ABFF)’s 20th Anniversary was the panel discussion of Black Women in Hollywood, which included today’s rising stars and leading ladies – Teyonah Parris (Survivor’s Remorse, Chiraq), Nikki Beharie (American Violet, Sleepy Hollow) Emayatzy Corienaldi (Miles Ahead, Hand of God, Roots) and Aja Naomi King (How to Get Away with Murder, The Birth of a Nation).
Each of these ladies offered their insight on being in the business from landing roles, the changes in the industry, and staying in the game. They also offered advised to those looking to land work, especially for Black women.
“Thanks @malcolmdlee abff @sallirichwhit @ajanaomi_king @emayatzy.” - @nikkibeharie[x]
“WOW! Thank you so much #ABFF20 for the beyond wonderful experience in Miami this weekend. My heart is full😍”- Aja Naomi King
The 20th Annual American Black Film Festival Presents:‘Black Women in Hollywood: The Future Looks Bright’ Panel, Saturday June 18th in Miami
A new crop of diverse and highly talented actors are changing the complexion of our industry. Meet the players as we discuss and celebrate their work.
Panelists include Teyonah Parris (Survivor’s Remorse, Chiraq), Nicole Beharie (42, Sleepy Hollow) Emayatzy Corinealdi (Middle of Nowhere, Miles Ahead) and Aja Naomi King (The Birth of a Nation, How to Get Away with Murder).
Moderator: Soledad O’Brien, journalist & CEO (Starfish Media Group)
Tickets for the panel can be purchased here