Lisa Cunningham made a successful pivot from directing music videos for major artists to directing her own films dedicated to the promotion and representation of all peoples. She details the moment that made her realize why diversity in film and television was needed. Her recent documentary “Me Period” features Sheryl Lee Ralph, Tabitha Brown, and …

Working through many years in the makeup industry, Carol Rasheed is continuously a student of the game. She really knows and studies her craft and has no issue creating a major portfolio to carry under her belt. Carol has more recently ran the makeup department for the feature film “The Color Purple,” and is listed as someone to watch by Variety Ma…

As a working mom, Provi Fulp wears many costumes through her day to day so styling major actors and actresses is effortless. From her start as a costumer for music videos with Janelle Monae and other major artists to working on some of the hottest movies and TV shows like “Girl’s Trip” and “Queens.” Provi has continued in a path of humility. She ex…

In the world of film, special effects and working in the electrical department is Tory Edwards niche. From working on films like “The Banker” and "Selma" to now being behind the scenes producing his own films. He has created a name for himself in the industry. Now he shines a light on why Atlanta Influences Everything. This episode was produced by …

Holiday season is always a little sweeter with a Hallmark Movie or a card in the mail. Toni Judkins serves as the Senior Vice President of Programming Development for Hallmark Media. She truly understands the platform and the messages they like to relay to their audiences for their movies and Hallmark’s Mahogany and Dayspring brands. She drops gems…

In the past two decades, Coke Daniels has written, directed, and produced movies through major platforms like Fox, Lionsgate, and Miramax. He’s continuing his creative journey with a new film ‘Water Boyz’ that is a movie “for the culture.” He defines what it means to do some for you and do some for them in the film making process. This episode was …

Atlanta’s movie scene has become prominent as it’s been coined as “Black Hollywood” or even the “Hollywood of the South.” Robyn Watson is making grounds as the President of Women in Film and Television Atlanta (WIFTA). Before serving ten years with WIFTA, she’s worked with WarnerMedia as she led communications and engagement for their distribution …

After founding his own production company in 1994 with partner Will Packer, Rob Hardy has stepped into his own lane with Rainforest Entertainment. He’s produced and directed movies and shows such as “Stomp The Yard”, “Think Like A Man 1 and 2”, the “Power” series, and ”All American.” He’s versatile in his craft leaving him with a track record of ma…

Terri J. Vaughn continues to dominate the television screens after thirty years with hit shows and movies such as “The Steve Harvey Show,” “Friday,” Tyler Perry’s “Meet The Browns,” and so much more. In 2016, she pivoted her career from acting to directing and producing films under her own umbrella with production company Nina Holiday Entertainment…

From bill collecting and teaching, to writing some of your favorite books turned TV series, LaJill Hunt is establishing her name in the industry. She’s sharing her journey of working a 9 to 5 to becoming the pen behind many of BET’s movies and TV shows including Happy, The Final Say, and The Family Business, The Black Hamptons, working alongside Ca…

With Tyler Perry as a major inspiration, Kaye Singleton is lifting off as an actress, producer, showrunner, and now award-winning writer. You can find her in Tyler Perry’s “The Oval”, “Saints and Sinners,” BET’s “Sistas”, and more. Kaye once heard Perry state that he wanted to create his own seat at the table. She’s sharing how she’s doing the same…

Atlanta, Ga is coined as Black Hollywood and Christian Nolan Jones is turning it up a notch. In the directorial world, he wants to be known to his native home of Atlanta, as Spike Lee and John Singleton were for their respective cities. With his 2022 award winning short-film “Glitter Ain’t Gold”, he’s showcasing stories about his upbringing in his …

From the church to the theater stage, Courtney Arlett is a creative on the rise with award winning titles under her belt as being an actress, producer, writer, director, and published author. As a 20 year veteran in the game, she shares her knowledge of how she plans to change the way we view the world by showcasing more people of color and body po…

One half of the multi-platinum and Grammy award winning powerhouse, Milk + Sizz, Malkia ‘Milk’ Hornsby is a storytelling song bird. Her writing credits include and are not limited to FX’s “Atlanta”, VH1’s “Hit The Floor”, ABC’s “Modern Family,” and BET’s “All The Queen’s Men.” Whether it’s writing for a TV series or a film, she’s taking time to sti…

Through faith and testimony, Shalom C. Obiago has changed the narrative of having a stereotypical Nigerian upbringing. His mother wished for him to become a doctor, but in turn he pursued the exact opposite... acting! From landing roles in Starz’ “BMF” and “P-Valley,” to landing a starring role in BET’s “The Black Hamptons,” he has such an inspirat…

I Do Film with Cardellia Hunter is a talk show highlighting behind the scenes experiences of some of the most talented creatives paving the way in film, TV & entertainment. Guests responsible for contributing to our favorite film & TV shows will drop jewels about their path to success & determination to break into the entertainment industry. This e…