“2U4U” is a community based initiative. Films, can be very educational in its process and its content. I have been capitalizing on this fact by utilizing this film to be a jumpstart for the next generation of artists. The whole cast is new to acting and my production team are relatively new to their fields as well. This film provides them a platform to safely explore their own artistry in a professional setting. This same concept has been extended to the public through some artistic workshops we’ve done in association with the film. We’ve had multiple acting workshops, Dance sessions and experimental film shoots where we’ve offered up our creative talents to other artists throughout the city who are not in the film.

This project is an attempt to address different issues when it comes to mental health in black men as well as artists. This film is also an attempt to encourage the dying hip hop community in Cleveland while also promoting cross pollination between artforms (Film, Dance, and Acting). With an all black cast who are all real life dancers and creative events which coincide with the film; “2U4U” has the potential to not just be a great piece of artwork but also an enriching experience for everyone involved.