One thing I’ve been asked about more than a few times referencing ‘1/30’ is how has it been having someone who is not Black or Muslim directing this story. I’ve told anyone who would listen that Vishnu (the director) from pre-production on has been hyper sensitive (in all the right ways) about not being disrespectful to my point of view.
Lena backs this up (which should surprise no one) in the intro to today’s behind the scenes webisode for the AT&T Hello Lab.
Enjoy!
Episode 3 of the behind the scenes webseries for the AT&T Hello Lab doc is live now. More Lena in this one.
Enjoy!
Pioneer. Rebel. Activist. Sammy Davis Jr. is definitely one of my ‘historical’ mentors.
American Masters is nominated for an Emmy this year; one of the episodes is a full documentary on Sammy.
In light of an actual review, since it’s Public Broadcasting the full doc is still available to view for a few more days. If you have an hour and a half free, I highly suggest checking it out.
Enjoy.
A few non spoilery thoughts on number 9 out of 10 from Quentin…
Enjoyable if not great by his own standard.
100% True.
A couple of nights ago, I was reading Idris’ profile on Vanity Fair where he talks about his path in Hollywood.
The next day, I’m quoted and featured on their website.
When things move sometimes, they move SWIFTLY.
Thanks to Vanity Fair, THEM, and Mitu for the coverage of my AT&T Hello Lab class.
Links below:
Don’t think it was an all time Marvel movie (admittedly that bar is pretty high now) but I didn’t really dislike it either. A few non spoiler thoughts:
Not completely sure yet how Marvel’s next Phase is going to play out, but I’m still interested. Recommend.
Liked it, didn’t love it. Spoiler free thoughts as usual. First what I dug…
Also in the ‘ehhh’ file…
With all my complaints, I still have to recommend this. The kid does a credible job covering most (not all) of the songs. Especially one of my all time favorites by any artist. Worth seeing (or getting the soundtrack).
Free time is always a question these days, but if not next weekend, I’ll be catching this movie as soon as I’m able.
Even to be much more of a John guy than a Paul guy, I have to admit I was never as crazy about this song as others. Maybe because the first version I heard was the Boyz II Men cover? Who knows.
But this is a nice cover. Even let him sing it at Abbey Road. OK…
What? No, I’m not jealous anymore. Really.
Also, me watching this…
Enjoy!
This will be short (I think.)
I’m not going to try to name check everyone who helped me get to this point, cause someone would be left off.
What I will say, to both my ‘day ones’ (or whatever the kids are saying these days) and to the communities I’m here to represent: I’m one man, telling one story that comes from my experiences, but I’m also respectful of the opportunity and the platform (and the potential reach). I think every religion/spirituality has some version of ‘God does not place a burden on you beyond your ability to handle it.’ Whatever people have thought of my ‘potential’ over the years, this is happening now, I feel, because I’m truly ready for it.
Looking forward to you all seeing ‘1/30’.
Hope all had a good Father’s Day.
Everyone doesn’t have good relationships with their fathers. Some don’t have any relationship. Some do but it’s really toxic.
I have a great one. First of one of many good breaks I’ve caught in life, but probably the most important.
So I’m running back the ending from ‘Call Me By Your Name’ to start the week. I catch the ‘allergies’ every time. One of my favorite character actors working today. Great, mostly monologue lifted directly from the book.
Enjoy.
