Cheyney University's Tanisha LaVerne Grant's at the 19th Annual American Black Film Festival
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Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on June 19, 2015 The 19th Annual American Black Film Festival kicked off on Thursday night with the New York City Premier of Open Road Films "DOPE" a coming of age dramedy directed by Rick Famuyiwa, produced by Forest Whitaker, and executive produced by Pharrell Williams. "DOPE" tells the story of Malcolm (Shameik Moore) who is carefully surviving life in a tough Los Angeles neighborhood while juggling the demands of trying to gain acceptance into an Ivy League University. A chance to attend an underground party leads him into an adventure that could change his entire trajectory. Entertainment reporter Tanisha LaVerne Grant was on the red carpet for this star studded premier. Please view the photo gallery for images of this star studded event. Photo Credit: Gianna Collier-Pitts If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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