<![CDATA[TheBlkScript: Blk Storytellers]]>https://media.blkscript.com/s/blk-storytellershttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-mpG!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffe864acf-7e2b-468e-8923-2b06e306ed72_1280x1280.pngTheBlkScript: Blk Storytellershttps://media.blkscript.com/s/blk-storytellersSubstackSun, 02 Aug 2026 10:57:44 GMT<![CDATA[Birgundi Baker On Her Time Of Being On The Chi For The Last 8 Years As Keisha. ‘The Dream That I Had, Came True’]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/birgundi-baker-on-her-time-of-beinghttps://media.blkscript.com/p/birgundi-baker-on-her-time-of-beingFri, 17 Jul 2026 01:47:59 GMTIn episode 158 we speak to Birgundi Baker about her acting career. Landing the role of Keisha on The Chi and her experience being on such a long lasting and iconic series. We touch on several of her other upcoming projects, her music, and being an entrepreneur owning her own Duck Donuts franchise.

Episode 158 of @blk_storytellers w/ @birgundi_bakeris now available on BlkScript.com and YouTube.

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]]><![CDATA[Vanessa Simmons On Her Film 'They Took My Daughter' Being Number One On Starz]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/vanessa-simmons-on-her-film-theyhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/vanessa-simmons-on-her-film-theyThu, 16 Jul 2026 16:21:47 GMTIn episode 157 we speak to Vanessa Simmons about her journey from reality TV to a successful acting career. Vanessa shares insights about her role in the film 'They Took My Daughter', the challenges she faces in the industry, and her aspirations for the future.

Episode 157 of @blk_storytellers w/ @vanessajsimmons is now available on BlkScript.com and YouTube.

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]]><![CDATA[Eric Brown Talks Creating His New Series, ‘Sundays After Church’ And Getting Clifton Powell Involved]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/eric-brown-talks-creating-his-newhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/eric-brown-talks-creating-his-newTue, 14 Jul 2026 12:59:32 GMTAuthor, Writer, and Filmmaker, Eric Brown, also known as Cinnamon Brown, shares his journey from author to filmmaker and creating his new series, 'Sundays After Church.' We dive into how he has transitioned into TV and film, plans for Cinnamon Brown Entertainment, and maintaining creative control while protecting your brand.

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]]><![CDATA[Yhá Mourhia Wright, D. Woods, Tra'Lynn Husbands, & Blair Anthony Hall On Award Winning Short 'Don't Be Desperate']]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/yha-mourhia-wright-d-woods-tralynnhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/yha-mourhia-wright-d-woods-tralynnTue, 07 Jul 2026 21:49:36 GMTIn this episode, Yhá Mourhia Wright, D. Woods, Tra'Lynn Husbands, & Blair Anthony Hall of the comedic short film, 'Don't Be Desperate' join us to discuss the films themes of fertility, love, anxiety, womanhood, and self-discovery. We delve into the inspiration behind the film, personal experiences that shaped its narrative, the creative process, casting choices, filming challenges, budgeting, and the personal meanings from the guests. The conversation also touches on future plans for the film and more.

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Episode 155 of the @blk_storytellers w/ @mswrightontime @yagirldwoods @tralynnhusbands & @blairhall__ is now available on BlkScript.com and YouTube.

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]]><![CDATA[Shannon Wallace Discusses His Character In The Feature Film ‘A Story About You’ Written By Denise Yolen And Directed By Joseph Austin II]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/shannon-wallace-discusses-his-characterhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/shannon-wallace-discusses-his-characterThu, 02 Jul 2026 16:19:00 GMTIn episode 154 of BLK Storytellers, Shannon Wallace returns and shares his recent journey through acting, directing, and producing, highlighting his latest projects like Diarra from Detroit Season 2, A Story About You, and his sci-fi film Channels. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of filmmaking, the importance of perseverance, and his ambitions to tell impactful stories that resonate with audiences. Catch the full episode below.

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]]><![CDATA[How Elijah Davis, Allison A. Waite, & Tyler Ocasio Holmes Made Their Award Winning Film 'Three Colors: Pan-African']]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/how-elijah-davis-allison-a-waitehttps://media.blkscript.com/p/how-elijah-davis-allison-a-waiteWed, 01 Jul 2026 19:38:30 GMTIn episode 153 of BLK_ Storytellers we take a closer look at the film "Three Colors Pan-African," which recently received the Grand Jury Prize at the American Black Film Festival. This award-winning film, crafted by directors Elijah Davis, Allison A. Waite, and Tyler Ocasio Holmes, encapsulates the themes of liberation, unity, and prosperity through the lens of the Pan-African flag.

Episode 153 of the @blk_storytellers w/ @elijah8122 @tothosewhowaite @bytyholmes now available on BlkScript.com and YouTube.

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]]><![CDATA[DeMane Davis On Being A Director & EP, Working On Brilliant Minds And Upcoming Series ‘Ride Or Die’]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/demane-davis-on-being-a-directorhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/demane-davis-on-being-a-directorTue, 30 Jun 2026 20:33:05 GMTDeMane Davis, an acclaimed film and television director and executive producer, shares her journey in the industry, starting from her early passion for writing to her significant role in shaping television storytelling. She discusses the importance of learning through experience, the unique narrative style of the medical drama, 'Brilliant Minds,' and her commitment to adding more diversity inclusion on her sets. DeMane emphasizes the challenges faced in production, including the complexities of block shooting and the impact of weather on filming, challenges faced during the pandemic, the journey of the show 'Brilliant Minds', and the upcoming project 'Ride or Die'. In closing Davis touches on the importance of perseverance in the industry and offers valuable advice for emerging talent.

EPISODE 152 w/ DEMANE DAVIS (FULL)

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]]><![CDATA[Yolonda Ross On Leaving ‘The Chi’ As Jada Washington And Gaining The Opportunity To Have Her TV Directorial Debut In season 8]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/yolonda-ross-on-leaving-the-chi-ashttps://media.blkscript.com/p/yolonda-ross-on-leaving-the-chi-asFri, 05 Jun 2026 20:25:32 GMTYolonda Ross speaks on her early acting years, her TV directorial debut for 'The Chi,' starring in 3 new feature films, 'Flowers Para Los Muertos,' 'Don't Ever Wonder,' and Basquiat biopic, 'Samo Lives.' You can catch Yolonda's directorial debut on episode 3 of season 8 of The Chi premiering June 5 on Paramount Plus / Showtime.

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]]><![CDATA[Meet The Head Of Hair Design For 'Children Of Blood And Bone,' Andrea Mona Bowman]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/meet-the-head-of-hair-design-forhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/meet-the-head-of-hair-design-forMon, 20 Apr 2026 23:02:56 GMTAndrea Mona Bowman discusses how faith, honor, representation, and execution played a major part as the Head of Department of Hair for the highly anticipated film, ‘Children of Blood and Bone.’

'Gina Prince-Bythewood's film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi's 'Childeren of Blood and Bone' in theaters January 15, 2027.

Watch our full interview with Andrea Mona Bowman on The BlkScript Network.

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]]><![CDATA[Will Packer And Kat Coiro On Making New Rom-Com 'You, Me, & Tuscany' In Theaters April 10]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/will-packer-and-kat-coiro-on-makinghttps://media.blkscript.com/p/will-packer-and-kat-coiro-on-makingFri, 10 Apr 2026 01:41:16 GMTWill Packer and Director Kat Coiro discuss filming their new rom-com, 'You, Me, & Tuscany,' the importance of shooting on location in Italy, and telling the love story from a black perspective with Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page.

You, Me & Tuscany (2026) - IMDb

'You, Me, & Tuscany' In Theaters April 10.

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]]><![CDATA[Montreal Diggs On Upcoming Projects, Showcasing Range, And Betting On Self]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/montreal-diggs-on-upcoming-projectshttps://media.blkscript.com/p/montreal-diggs-on-upcoming-projectsFri, 27 Mar 2026 15:17:28 GMTIn Episode 145, Actor Montreal Diggs gives us an update on his journey, upcoming projects, insights into continuing his successful acting career, showcasing his range, and plans to bet on his own projects and expand into production and directing.

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]]><![CDATA[Nate Parker On His Journey In Film, Co-Founding Mansa, Building Bridges, Mansa’s New Vertical Series, And Upcoming Film, ‘Newborn’]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/nate-parker-on-his-journey-in-filmhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/nate-parker-on-his-journey-in-filmTue, 03 Mar 2026 22:03:24 GMTIn this episode, we sit down with Actor, Writer, Director, and Entrepreneur Nate Parker. We dive into his journey and discuss what he’s been able to accomplish in his career, to how he co-founded black-owned streaming platform, Mansa along with David Oyelowo and several other partners. Nate believes strongly about doing what’s necessary to build bridges as a part of shaping and changing narratives within storytelling as well as in the industry. We touch on the emergence of Verticals and Micro Dramas and how they can be vital for filmmakers moving forward which led us into discussing their new vertical series, The Heiress, The Baller, and The Secret Society,’ which is now available to stream on their platform. Lastly, Parker talks about his new film, Newborn, in which he wrote and directed and stars David Oyelowo, Olivia Washington, Barry Pepper, and Jimmy Fails and has an exclusive deal through AMC theaters.

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]]><![CDATA[Qiana Camille, Deshon Green, & Marc John Jefferies On Creating Their Feature, ‘Undisclosed News,’ Their Roles, And The Concept And Importance Behind The Film]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/qiana-camille-deshon-green-and-marchttps://media.blkscript.com/p/qiana-camille-deshon-green-and-marcSat, 07 Feb 2026 21:57:18 GMTIn this episode, the guests, Qiana Camille, Deshon Green, and Marc John Jefferies discuss their experiences creating the film 'Undisclosed News,' touching on cultural underrepresentation within the news and media. We discuss the creative process, and the challenges of independent filmmaking, and landing an opportunity to create a film with Mann Robinson’s Studios. They share insights into their characters, the writing process, and give love to the rest of the cast. ‘Undisclosed News’ is now streaming on Tubi.

Undisclosed News (2025)


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]]><![CDATA[Nicki Micheaux On Her Role In Upcoming Horror / Thriller 'Night Patrol' In Theaters January 16]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/nicki-micheaux-on-her-role-in-upcominghttps://media.blkscript.com/p/nicki-micheaux-on-her-role-in-upcomingSun, 11 Jan 2026 17:21:53 GMTNicki Micheaux plays Ayanna who is a key supporting role as the mother of Wazi and Xavier Carr played by RJ Cyler and Jermaine Fowler. Ayanna is a conspiracy-minded but spiritually rooted figure who draws on Zulu ancestor teachings and mystical practices to protect her family and neighborhood.

In this interview Micheaux discusses her character, landing her first major big budget role, working with her castmates, and how the film’s world can be expanded into a potential franchise.

‘Night Patrol’ in theaters January 16th.

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]]><![CDATA[Jermaine Fowler On His Role In Upcoming Horror / Thriller 'Night Patrol' In Theaters January 16]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/jermaine-fowler-on-his-role-in-upcominghttps://media.blkscript.com/p/jermaine-fowler-on-his-role-in-upcomingFri, 09 Jan 2026 00:12:45 GMTJermaine Fowler plays Officer Xavier Carr, who discovers that the elite LAPD task force called Night Patrol, which he’s meant to work with, is harboring a horrific secret that doesn’t just undermine the law, it threatens the very community he’s sworn to protect.

In this interview Fowler discusses his character, his thoughts on reading the script, acting along side Justin Long and what people might take away from watching the film.

‘Night Patrol’ in theaters January 16th.

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]]><![CDATA[Jemarcus Kilgore And Mona Swain On Their Southern Black Cowboy Rom-Com, 'Darren & Anissa']]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/jemarcus-kilgore-and-mona-swain-onhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/jemarcus-kilgore-and-mona-swain-onSat, 03 Jan 2026 00:01:35 GMTJemarcus Kilgore and Mona Swain discuss their upcoming Rom-Com 'Darren and Anissa,' exploring the theme of black cowboys in the south, love, forgiveness, and cultural representation. They share insights into their creative processes, the importance of faith in their work, and the significance of audience engagement and entering film festivals in order to bring the feature length project to life. Both actors emphasize the need for authentic storytelling and the impact of their roles in redefining Black narratives in cinema.

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]]><![CDATA[Dasan Frazier, Palmer Williams III, Amari K. Jones, And Tyla Harris Discuss Their Viral Vertical Series ‘Politickin’ And ‘Mechanical Pencil’]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/dasan-frazier-palmer-williams-iiihttps://media.blkscript.com/p/dasan-frazier-palmer-williams-iiiFri, 02 Jan 2026 23:15:10 GMTDasan Frazier, Amari Jones, Tyler Anne Harris, and Palmer Williams III discuss their experiences in creating their viral vertical shorts 'Mechanical Pencil' and 'Politikin.' They each highlight their individual journeys, collaborating, and the challenges of navigating the new media landscape, and their aspirations for future projects. They emphasize the significance of community, creativity, and maintaining integrity in their work while adapting to the evolving industry.

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]]><![CDATA[Sydney Winbush On Her Breakout Role In 'Power Book II: Ghost,' Starring In Tyler Perry’s Upcoming 'Why Did I Get Married, Again?' Sequel, & More]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/sydney-winbush-on-her-breakout-rolehttps://media.blkscript.com/p/sydney-winbush-on-her-breakout-roleFri, 02 Jan 2026 21:30:36 GMTActress Sydney Winbush shares her journey of becoming a rising star in the film industry. She discusses her early beginnings in modeling and acting, her breakout role as Anya Covington in the 'Power Book II: Ghost' series as well as starring in Tyler Perry's upcoming 'Why Did I Get Married, Again?' sequel.

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]]><![CDATA[Shalét Monique On Journey From Teacher To Acting In Wakanda Forever, Straw, & Upcoming Film 'Leave']]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/shalet-monique-on-journey-from-teacherhttps://media.blkscript.com/p/shalet-monique-on-journey-from-teacherTue, 30 Dec 2025 16:06:10 GMTShalét Monique shares her unique journey from teaching to becoming a multi-talented actress and stunt performer. She discusses her experiences on the set of 'Wakanda Forever', the impact of her role in 'Straw', and her commitment to teaching and inspiring her students. Shalét emphasizes the importance of representation in the film industry and the love she feels both in her classroom and on set. She also highlights her upcoming film 'Leave', which explores historical themes relevant to the Black community.

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]]><![CDATA[GODFREY On His Journey, His Upcoming Comedy Special, ‘Rebel With A Cause,’ And More]]>https://media.blkscript.com/p/godfrey-on-his-journey-his-upcominghttps://media.blkscript.com/p/godfrey-on-his-journey-his-upcomingFri, 12 Dec 2025 20:57:57 GMTGodfrey discusses his journey in comedy, the impact of social media, and the importance of live performances. He reflects on his eight-year hiatus from specials, the significance of his upcoming special ‘Rebel With A Cause’, and the evolution of the comedy landscape. Godfrey emphasizes the power of comedy as a tool for truth-telling and the necessity of being authentic in the industry. He shares insights on the business of show business, the role of pain in comedy, and offers advice for aspiring artists.

The Holiday Takeover: Godfrey - Live at T2 at Trends LIC December 24th, 2025

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