Seuss Leroy is transitioning his talents from music video to feature length film projects. The Chicago-born filmmaker is planning the release of film “War In Chiraq: The Movie.” Seuss released the second trailer for this project that features clips of the bucket boys, small children, homeless persons and a homicide in action. Watch above.
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Chicago Filmmaker Soundman Makes ‘The Lic’ Available For Streaming On YouTube
Chicago filmmaker Soundman has made his popular debut film “The Lic” available for streaming on YouTube. Soundman released his project to positive reviews via Vimeo in July. Soundman, who directed and starred in the film, aimed to give viewers a mix of both real life and entertainment. Hitting a lick, or stain, is the quickest… Continue reading Chicago Filmmaker Soundman Makes ‘The Lic’ Available For Streaming On YouTube
‘Straight Outta Compton’ Tops Box Office With $56.1 Million
Whoever knew Hip Hop would take it this far. NWA biopic “Straight Outta Compton” topped the box office this past weekend with $56.1 million, CNN Money reports. The film had a production budget of $29 million. The opening weekend numbers exceeded the expectations of Universal, which predicted “a very conservative $25 to $30 million opening,”… Continue reading ‘Straight Outta Compton’ Tops Box Office With $56.1 Million
Film Review: ‘The Lic’
Soundman directed and starred in his debut feature film “The Lic” to give viewers a mix of both real life and entertainment. Hitting a lick, or stain, is the quickest come-up for a criminal. Chicago coined the term “stain.” For many criminals in the streets, it’s a way of life. Soundman stars as Rashad “RahRah”… Continue reading Film Review: ‘The Lic’
Rome and TTB Nez Talk Rap and The Streets
Fans asked for it and ZackTV1 came through. ZackTV1 was able to link up with Mr. Life of a Demon himself – TTB Nez. Zack caught up with both Nez and Rome in his latest. Nez and Rome talk the difference between the streets and rap in their interview. According to the rappers, rapping is… Continue reading Rome and TTB Nez Talk Rap and The Streets
Waka Flocka, FBG Duck, Ayoo KD and Reggie Baybee Star In ‘Chiraq Conversations In Ground Zero’ Documentary
Chicago filmmaker Dishawn Curry opens much needed dialogue on the socioeconomic conditions plaguing his hometown in his documentary “Chiraq Conversations In Ground Zero.” Curry’s doc features some of Chi Town’s hottest MCs for this project, including, Do Or Die, FBG Duck, Ayoo KD, Reggie Baybee, Bo Deal and more. Waka Flocka even offers his thoughts… Continue reading Waka Flocka, FBG Duck, Ayoo KD and Reggie Baybee Star In ‘Chiraq Conversations In Ground Zero’ Documentary
T.I Announces ‘ATL 2’
Are fans ready to see the gang Rashad, Ant, Esquire, Brooklyn and Teddy back on the big screen? Well, this appears likely as T.I announced filming for “ATL 2” is currently in the works. T.I posted a photo of himself suited and booted with fellow actors Jackie Long, Albert Daniels and Jason Weaver onto his… Continue reading T.I Announces ‘ATL 2’
P. Rico and Billionaire Black Star In ‘The Wood’ Episode One
The pilot episode of Chiraq’s urban drama series “The Wood” premiered online Friday, Sept. 26. The series, written by Clifford Cook and directed by Lawrence Williams, features some of the Chi’s up and coming actors and actresses. The debut episode even featured appearances from rising artists P. Rico and Billionaire Black. Fans of Rico would… Continue reading P. Rico and Billionaire Black Star In ‘The Wood’ Episode One
Chicago Twin Brothers Jarrell and Jerome Lucas Start Kickstarter Campaign For Documentary Film About ‘Bucket Boys’
Twin brothers Jarrell and Jerome Lucas of Chicago have taken to Kickstarter in hopes of raising $25,000 to complete their feature length documentary “Bucket.” The film project is about the bucket boys of Chicago. The Lucas Brothers created a video pitch to appeal to donors to help make their film a reality. They provided viewers… Continue reading Chicago Twin Brothers Jarrell and Jerome Lucas Start Kickstarter Campaign For Documentary Film About ‘Bucket Boys’
Blood Money & Lil’ Mouse Explain Violence In ‘Chi Raq’ Documentary
Will Robson-Scott, a London-based filmmaker, took his talents to Chicago to probe the culture of violence in the city’s urban environment. Scott’s interview with community residents provides an intimate portrait at the conditions they are subjected to living under. Gun violence has plagued the city of Chicago for many years. Many residents have renamed the… Continue reading Blood Money & Lil’ Mouse Explain Violence In ‘Chi Raq’ Documentary