feature film
Being Black Enough
Synopsis:
A Young Black Man, raised in a White neighborhood, ridiculed for not being “Black Enough” decides to go to the hood to hang out with his gangster cousin and discover what it really means to be “Black.” He eventually faces the harsh reality of gang violence, drugs and police confrontation. Also known as “How to Kill a Black Man”.
More About:
We made the film for $23,000. The film received two standing ovations with packed audiences of 300-400 people and won the audience award at Dances With Films.
We made the film for $23,000. The film received two standing ovations with packed audiences of 300-400 people and won the audience award at Dances With Films.
Date:
April 2, 2018
Writer:
Devin RiceDirector:
Devin RiceProducers:
Devin Rice, Jacqueline RiceStarring:
Devin Rice, Bruce A. Lemon, Jr., Marcus Ajose, Matthew-David Smith, Joshua Walker, Danielle Jaffey, Jacqueline Rice, D.J. Hale, Mark Ridley, Peter DiVito, Gina JacksonWHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
"The Next Spike Lee. The best film this year..."
The M Report
"Imaginative, thoughtful...from the heart"
The Hollywood Report
"Visceral, emotionally charged, raw..."
The LA Times
"Hints of Do The Right Thing, Clerks, Dope..."
Audiences Everywhere
"Like Boyz N The Hood"
"Calls out what it means to be Black in the United States... Like Boyz N The Hood. Pushes the envelope..."
That Moment In
"Really hits the emotions"
Cheyenne
Social Media"Drama meets art in a gripping tale. SEE THIS FILM!"
Kyle
Social Media"Funny, smart, whimsical, poignant."
"Funny, smart, whimsical, poignant. Scrubs meets Boyz N The Hood"