Check out the first clip from Katt Williams: 9 Lives, the movie that follows Katt’s rise to fame in the comedy circuit. Featuring rare never before released stand-up from early in Katt’s phenomenal career, go behind the scenes to witness the king of comedy’s meteoric rise to fame. This movie shows a star in the making as it traces back to Katt as a young comic then follows his evolution as a performer and his path to fame and fortune. Includes some of Katt’s greatest stand-up comedy, revealing interviews, and an intimate look inside the comic’s life and work. This movie seeks to answer the question on every fan’s mind: will Katt ever do stand-up again?
HIP HOP ICON SNOOP DOGG SET TO ADD SUPERHERO TO HIS ACTING CREDITS WITH HIS LATEST PROJECT “MALICE N WONDERLAND THE MOVIE”
Hip hop icon and Creative Chairman of Priority Records Snoop Dogg is preparing to add the role of superhero to his growing list of titles with the forthcoming release of More Malice: Deluxe Album and Movie on March 23rd. Accompanying the eight song disc is a 40 minute mini-movie entitled “Malice N Wonderland The Movie” with Snoop playing the lead as a superhero on a mission to save his city.
In the film, the safety of the city is up to Malice (Snoop Dogg) who fights crime and strives to bring peace back to his neighborhood. Music from the accompanying album is featured throughout. Cameos in the action packed flick include Jamie Foxx, Xzibit, Nipsey Hussle and more. More Malice: Deluxe Album and Movie features 5 songs from the previously released “Malice N Wonderland” along with 5 entirely new songs and 2 remixes.
The movie will be brought to national audiences with multiple television and online airings. BET’s popular show “The Deal” will be airing a three-episode special about the movie dedicating two entire shows (March 18th and 19th) to Snoop while he walks viewers through the making of and vision behind the film. The third episode (March 23rd) will play the movie in it’s entirety. Spike TV will also air the entire film for their viewers on March 24th. Check your local listings for air times. Additionally, Hulu.com will be premiering the film next week.
Breaking Point starring Tom Berenger, Busta Rhymes, Armand Assante, and “Sticky Fingaz” Jones
A criminal defense lawyer (Tom Berenger), who’s life seems to be falling apart from drugs and a family tragedy, takes a case to defend a man accused of murdering his girlfriend. During the murder, this wrongly accused man’s daughter goes missing. The defendent asks his lawyer to find her. And so the journey begins. An athlete-turned-gang-member (Kirk “Sticky Fingaz” Jones), a drug dealer (Busta Rhymes), plus a corrupt police force and prosecutor (Armand Assante) makes this story and truth finding mission both adventurous and action-packed.
Busta fans might want to rent this movie on a slow weekend night. By the way, the movie soundtrack is pretty nice. “Breaking Point” is rated R. We give it 2 stars out of 5.
In stores today for the first time on DVD is the Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah executive produced documentary, THE HIP HOP PROJECT.
From executive producers Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah, THE HIP HOP PROJECT is the compelling story of a group of New York City teens who embark on a unique journey of self-discovery as they dare to reach for their dreams. Inspired by a formerly homeless teenager named Kazi, the young people struggle to write music about the tough issues affecting their lives. Over the next four years, they overcome daunting obstacles to produce a powerful and thought-provoking album, recorded in a studio donated by Willis and hip hop mogul Russell Simmons. Winner of 16 film festivals this critically acclaimed film is a lasting legacy to the teens’ transformation through the power of hope and healing.
Starring Tom Berrenger, Busta Rhymes, Armand Assante, and “Sticky Fingaz” Jones.
“Breaking Point” is a dramatic tale of corruption and self-realization, in which one man has to overcome a deep seeded conspiracy and his own lingering past in order to gain the redemption he desires. Steven Luisi (Tom Berenger), a once prominent criminal defense attorney is attempting to come back to the profession after a struggle with drug addiction and a family tragedy. Steven stumbles into a complex, high profile murder case. Against his better judgment, he takes on the case that will eventually lead him down a path that brings him face to face with his own demons. While trying to solve the case Steven teams up with an ex-athlete turned gang member, Richard “Beanz” Allen ( “Sticky Fingaz” Jones). The two develop a fast friendship. Together they seek to reveal the truth and bring about justice in the court and on the street. Steven and Allen go head to head with the murderous Bowen (Busta Rhymes), a vicious Gang leader and Steven’s old drug dealer. With Allen’s help, Steven discovers that there are deep connections between Bowen, himself, and a corrupt police department. Throughout his journey, Steven learns more about the truth, and about himself. Allen and Steven discover that their common mission is the pursuit of redemption.
A Mother’s Prayer starring Robin Givens, Johnny Gill
A Mother’s Prayer, starring Robin Givens (Tyler Perry’s The Family That Preys), Johnny Gill (legendary R&B singer), Shirley Murdock (Man of Her Dreams) and Jermaine Crawford (HBO’s The Wire), tells the compelling, heartwarming tale of family members torn apart by their individual struggles. The only thing that can truly bring the family back together is a mother’s dying wishes. With a lot of love, this family is about to learn the true meaning of the saying: the family that prays together stays together. Come along on an emotional journey through song, laughter and triumph.
Check out this clip from A Mother’s Prayer, the powerful and compelling stage play by Alvin Moore Jr. about a family torn apart, and how they find their way back together.