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Film Director Damani Baker on “The House on CoCo Road”

L.A. Sentinel StaffAugust 10, 2017

Film Director Damani Baker talks about THE HOUSE ON COCO ROAD, an intimate documentary exploration of heritage and history against the backdrop of a brewing Afro-centric revolution as the U.S. government prepares to invade the island nation of Grenada. A captivating story of a woman who risks the lives of herself and her young children in pursuit of liberty. First hand accounts from activists Angela Davis, Fania Davis and Fannie Haughton weave together director Damani Baker’s family portrait of Utopian dreams, resistance and civil unrest with a film score composed by music luminary Meshell Ndegeocello.
Reporter: Brittany K. Jackson

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‘Whose Streets’ Reveals Daunting Truths Following the Aftermath of Slain Ferguson Teen Michael Brown

Brittany K. Jackson, Contributing WriterAugust 10, 2017

Of course, in instances of police brutality preceding Brown’s death, there was little to no visual evidence of wrongdoing at the hands of police.

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Belize Summons Hollywood as Film Destination

L.A. Sentinel StaffAugust 3, 2017

The Sentinel meets with Belize’s Film Commissioner Niguel Miguel, Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Patrick Faber and General Consul of Belize Roland Yorke to discuss plans to make the tropical Afro-Centric country a prime film production destination. – Interviews held at the 3rd Annual Belize Film Commission Luncheon in Pacific Palisades.

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Film ‘Romeo is Bleeding’ Uses Poetry as Antidote to Black on Black Crime

L.A. Sentinel StaffAugust 3, 2017

Executive produced by author, entrepreneur and social activist Russell Simmons, ‘Romeo is Bleeding’ is a documentary detailing the history of crime and separation among “turfs” in Richmond, CA. The film tracks the life of a drug-dealing rebel turned poet named Donte Clark, who through his artistic expression, manages to transform the lives of youth in his community. Watch as we interview members of the cast and crew.
Correspondent: Brittany K. Jackson

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‘I Love Your Smile’ Singer Shanice Gets UNSUNG Recognition

Brittany K. Jackson, Contributing WriterAugust 3, 2017

I felt like my career was over because, since I was 11 years old, I’ve been signed to major record companies, so that’s all I know. Not to have a major deal, I just didn’t know what to do.

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Actress Garcelle Beauvais talks Spiderman, Lalos House, & More at BET “PRE” Gala

L.A. Sentinel StaffJuly 29, 2017

Watch as we catch up with actress Garcelle Beauvais during PRE, BET Chairman and CEO Debra Lee’s exclusive BET Awards Dinner for the 17th Annual BET Awards held at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on June 21, 2017 in Los Angeles, CA.
Host: Brittany K. Jackson

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Remy Ma Talks Self-Love, Adversity & More at BET “PRE” Gala

L.A. Sentinel StaffJuly 29, 2017

Watch as we catch up with “All the Way Up” rapper Remy Ma during PRE, BET Chairman and CEO Debra Lee’s exclusive BET Awards Dinner for the 17th Annual BET Awards held at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on June 21, 2017 in Los Angeles, CA.
Host: Brittany K. Jackson

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BET “PRE” Gala & Silver Carpet Recap

L.A. Sentinel StaffJuly 28, 2017

Watch as we catch up with Tamar Braxton, MAJOR, Erica Ash, Shaun Robinson, Niatia, and more during PRE, BET Chairman and CEO Debra Lee’s exclusive BET Awards Dinner for the 17th Annual BET Awards held at The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills on June 21, 2017 in Los Angeles, CA.
Host: Brittany K. Jackson

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Hollywood Meets Belize: New Found Hub for Blockbuster Productions

Brittany K. Jackson, Contributing WriterJuly 27, 2017

The commissioner added that what makes Belize unique is that it’s actually not an island, as many people believe, rather a beautiful English speaking country located on the mainland of Central America.

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BET Awards Red Carpet

L.A. Sentinel StaffJuly 15, 2017

Recording artists and actors collide to celebrate a year in Black entertainment.
Host: Brittany K. Jackson

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“The House on CoCo Road” Tells Intimate Truth of Grenada’s Utopian Society

Brittany K. Jackson, Staff WriterJuly 6, 2017

For Baker, he didn’t realize at the time that he was surrounded by women leaders including his mother, who made such an impact on the justice Black people fought to achieve.

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2017 BET Awards Red Carpet

July 6, 2017

Host Brittany K. Jackson talks to the stars at the 2017 Bet Awards Silver Carpet.

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Debra Lee’s Exclusive “pre BET” Event Brings Out Black Hollywood’s Finest

Brittany K. Jackson Staff WriterJune 29, 2017

Throughout television history, BET has always been known to showcase and support the budding and advanced careers of artists in the Black community.

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2017 BET Awards Goes in Overdrive with Lengthy Tributes & Performances

Brittany K. Jackson Staff WriterJune 29, 2017

While last year’s awards focused much more on the social injustice of Black people in America, this year’s award proved to be much more jovial, though the same issues continue to persist.

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Tupac Shakur Biopic ‘All Eyez on Me’ Receives Mixed Reviews

Brittany K. Jackson, Contributing WriterJune 22, 2017

Producer L.T. Hutton says he used the “Holy Trinity” concept to develop the film, including scenes that displayed “who 2Pac was, who he wanted to be, and who he had to be in order to survive the world he was introduced into”, he said.