Perri Pierre Podcast

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Beverly Naya goes into detail about: - Being Born in England and growing up there - Her College Studies - Her transition to Nigeria and Nollywood films - Making the documentary called Skin and tackling Colorism - Being Cast in The Wedding Party film series and working with some of the biggest names in Nollywood - Advice she would give to a young actress who wants to make it in Nollywood - What she wants her Legacy to be Beverly Naya is a British-born Nigerian actress. Beverly won Most Promising Talent at the 2010 Best of Nollywood Awards. She also won the award for Fast Rising Actress at the 2011 City People Entertainment Awards.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Adunni Ade goes into detail about: - Living in America and Nigeria - How YouTube led to her first acting role - Getting cast in over 200 movies - Producing and Starring in Soole - Where she sees the future of Cinema - Advice she would give to anyone - What she wants her Legacy to be. Adunni Ade is an American/Nigerian actress and model. She was born on the 7th of June in Queens, New York by a German American mother and a Nigerian father from Lagos.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Jasmine Burke talks about: - Attending Kennesaw State University- Getting cast in her first film and getting her first agent - The upcoming movie Karen- The TV show Saint&Sinners - What she wants her Legacy to be. Jasmine Burke is an award-winning American Actress, Filmmaker, Singer, Author from Atlanta, Georgia. Attended Kennesaw State University on full scholarship as well as Harvard University.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Zainab Balogun goes into detail about: - Growing up in London in the 90s - How her modeling career lead to an acting career - Getting cast in The Wedding Party series and what she drew from to play the character- Why she consults God first before each role she plays - Her characters in God Calling and Sylvia- Advice she would give to an aspiring Nollywood Actor/Actress.  - What she wants her Legacy to be. Zainab Balogun-Nwachukwu is a Nigerian actress, model, and television presenter. She began modeling at an early age after being scouted at 16.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Oscar-winner Martin Desmond Roe goes into detail about: - Attending the University of Oxford and USC for his MFA in Cinema. - The Collaborative Process between him and Trayvon Free when Making Two Distant Strangers - Working with Kobe Bryant while making the documentary, Kobe Bryant's Mule - Shooting an Oscar-Nominated short film, Buzkashi Boys, in Afghanistan - How he feels privileged as a white person - The Legacy that he'd like to leave. Martin Desmond Roe is a British-American film and television director, writer, and producer.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Peter John & Miriam Bavly go into detail about: - Their backgrounds - How Peter joined the company - Their screenwriting process - The making of The App That Stole Christmas - Their upcoming film The Drone That Saved Christmas - The Legacy they want their company to leave. Peter John & Miriam Bavly are the two owners of BreakOut Music, a company that takes pride in creating feel-good movies.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Richie Babitsky goes into detail about: - Arri Alexa Cameras - RED Cameras - Camera Resolutions - DSLRs - Different cameras to use in different settings. Perri also talks about the history cameras and how he met Richie Babitsky.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Jimmy Jean-Louis goes into detail about: - His childhood in Haiti - Growing up in Paris - How modeling led him to acting - His journey to getting cast in Fat Girls with Monique - The different film industries he's worked on, Hollywood, Nollywood, Haitian's, French's, South American's, and more. - What makes him say yes to a film Jimmy Jean-Louis is a Haitian-American actor and producer best known for his role as "the Haitian" on the NBC television series Heroes.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, George D. Metellus goes into detail about: - Growing up in Miami in the 90s as a Haitian-American - His time as a student at the University of Miami and Connecticut School of Broadcasting - How working as a Freelancer lead to more opportunities - Working for Bein Sports USA - A day in his life as a Sports Broadcaster. George D. Metellus is a Sports Broadcaster and On-Air Personality for beIN Sports USA.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Tyrah Majors goes into detail about: - Her time in undergrad and grad schools - How her internships lead to more opportunities - How she started Major Moves - Working for CBS/FOX affiliate in Bakersfield and now for KOMO - A day in her life as a reporter. Tyrah Majors is the Traffic Anchor/Reporter for weekday morning newscasts that air on KOMO -TV from 4:30 a.m. to 7 a.m.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Daphne Maxwell Reid goes into detail about: - Her time at Northwestern University - Her career as a model - How she met her husband Tim Reid and some of the secrets to her successful marriage - The 3 seasons as a cast member of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air playing Vivian Banks and the recent 30th reunion. Daphne Etta Maxwell Reid is an American actress, designer, and former model. She is best known for The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in her role as the second Vivian Banks on the NBC sitcom.  

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, LazRael Lison goes into detail about: - His journey to becoming a filmmaking - How/why he started Summer House Pictures - The inspiration behind the movie NEVER AND AGAIN - The message he wants people to take away after watching his latest film -And on working with Denise Boutte, Jackie Long, and Master P. LazRael Lison is a filmmaker and the founder of the film production company Summer House Pictures. His latest film Never and Again just dropped today on BET+. And it stars Denise Boutte and Jackie Long.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Carlynn de Waal-Smit goes into detail about: - Her journey to becoming an agent - How she started Contractors Artists - The importance of SAGA - How to get represented by Contractors Artists -And her hopes and aspirations for the South African movie industry. Carlynn studied Dance and Musical Theatre at Pretoria Technikon; she is a shareholder of Contractors Artists, an agency established in 1996. She is the SAGA representative on the SASFED council. The lack of professional standards and exploitation of performers' rights in the industry inspired her to collaborate with several performers and initiate SAGA. As a Founder member, she is committed to upliftment, education, and working for the rights of professional actors in the industry.  

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Karen Obilom goes into detail about:  - How her aspirations for Acting started - Her latest film, which she just shot in Mauritius - Being on the set of Doom Patrol - Being in BET's Games People Play - How great it is to have her "tribe" around her - Some of her preferences.   Karen Obilom is known for her work on Games People Play (2019), Doom Patrol (2019), and Insecure (2016).

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Otoja Abit goes into detail about:  - His upbringing in Queens.  - Studying Communications and Theatre at St John's University while also being part of the basketball team.  - His first film, Jitters.  - How he got A New York Christmas Wedding made.  - Lastly, some of his preferences.   Otoja Abit (pronounced O-toe-jay Abbitt), the only son of driven Nigerian parents, was born in Brooklyn and grew up in Queens, NY. A celebrated athlete and honored scholar, he attended Archbishop Molloy High School and went on to a year of post-graduate work at The Gunnery in CT. 

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Samuel Arnold goes into detail about: - His upbringing in the upskirt of Paris. - The different institutes that he has attended to study acting. - How he got cast in his first film and Emily in Paris. - His experience working on the latter. - Lastly, some of his preferences. Samuel Arnold is an actor, known for Emily in Paris (2020), National Theatre Live: Antony & Cleopatra (2018), and Platane (2011).

Perri Pierre talks with Adilson Maiza about how his challenge video of the song Jerusalema went viral and has been redone worldwide. Adilson Maiza is a dance choregrapher from Angola who has performed all over Africa and Europe.

In a conversation with Bruce Van Dusen, he talks about his career as a commercial director and the release of his latest book, 60 Stories About 30 Seconds: How I Got Away With Becoming a Pretty Big Commercial Director Without Losing My Soul (Or Maybe Just Part of It): https://www.amazon.com/60-Stories-About-Seconds-Commercial/dp/164293402X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=bruce+van+dusen&qid=1602113693&sr=8-1. Bruce also touches on how his career took a toll on his family and the lessons he learned from it.  

South African Actress Fulu Mugovhani talks with Perri Pierre about her career. She goes into detail about how she got started in the entertainment industry, how she was cast in her main projects, and what some of her aspirations are. 

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Romany Malco goes into detail about his roots and upbringing, his hip-hop influences, directors that he admires, why he decided to make the movie Tijuana Jackson: POP on his own when Hollywood wasn't green-lighting it, and his journey from a rapper to actor and now a filmmaker. Romany Romanic Malco Jr. is an American actor, voice actor, and music producer. He has been nominated for several awards, including an NAACP Image Award, MTV Movie Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award.  He currently portrays Rome Howard on the ABC primetime one-hour drama A Million Little Things. He is also known for writing the rap lyrics for the character of MC Skat Kat in "Opposites Attract". His latest film Tijuana Jackson: Purpose Over Prison is now available on-demand everywhere. Check it out here: https://www.tijuanajackson.com/.    

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Richard Lawson goes into detail about growing up in California, going to the Vietnam war, what made him decided to pursue acting, films that have impacted his career, different films that he's worked on, and his endeavors Richard Lawson Studios and WACO Theater Center (With Tina Lawson). Richard Lee Lawson is an American actor who has starred in movies and on television. He is perhaps best known for his roles in genre films; he portrayed Ryan in the 1982 film Poltergeist and Dr. Ben Taylor in the 1983 NBC miniseries V.

In a conversation with Perri Pierre, Jonathan Latona talks about his film Doug, his drive to get it done, and when his passion for filmmaking started. Jonathan has also worked on other projects including two of Perri's own productions Hawk (2017) and King of The Blue Ridge (2019).   Doug is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/DOUG-Doug-Burch/dp/B08DNXQLTX

Perri Pierre talks with Bill Duke about his 40+ year career. They converse about both Bill's experience in front and behind the camera.  They go into detail about some of the moves and people that have helped further Bill's career. He also told stories about working on "Predator" and how he accidentally got his first job as a director.  Click This Link to Buy Hi Book, "Bill Duke: My 40-Year Career on Screen and Behind the Camera:" https://www.amazon.com/Bill-Duke-40-Year-Career-Screen/dp/1538105551  

Perri Pierre talks with Tosin Morohunfola about his career path. Tosin Morohunfola is an actor and filmmaker. He went to the University of Kansas. While still in Kansas City, he started doing plays and from there, he moved to Chicago, then to Los Angeles. He's appeared on numerous films and TV shows. He also does theater. Take a listen to learn about his career path. This Interview is both inspiring and insightful especially for aspiring actors.  Check Out His Film On Sight: http://onsightfilm.com/on-sight-film-feature    

Perri Pierre talks with Fabienne Colas about her career. Fabienne Colas is a Haitian-Canadian actress, director, and producer. She is head of the Fabienne Colas Foundation, which is dedicated to the promotion of film, art, and culture as it organizes many festivals. Fabienne is also a recipient for the 2018 Canada's 40 under 40 award. Fabienne grew up in Petion-Ville, Haiti. She went to College Marie Anne. There, she started to realize how persuasive she can be. She started a career in entertainment as a model. In 2000, she was crowned miss Haiti. That and being a model lead to many more opportunities.  Take a listen.   

Perri Pierre talks with Romane Simon about his career. They go into detail about how he got inspired to become a filmmaker in Haiti after watching a karate film. He mentions his favorite camera and editing software to use. He also tackles some films he's currently working on and some dream projects that he would like to accomplish. 

Perri Pierre talks to Peter Ellinas about media representation of gang members in the media, especially black and latino gangs. They tackle the relationship between the media representations of the American gang and how that then leads to the creation of subcultures.

Perri Pierre talks with Vanessa Bell Calloway about her career, the current political state of the US, and her family. During the interview, Vanessa tells an amazing story about shooting "Crimson Tide" with her daughter, Denzel Washington, and Tony Scott. She also gives some great advice to aspiring actors.

Perri Pierre talks to Michael Clark about his career. They go in details about how he's gotten cast in different commercials and how to do your best at commercial auditions. Take a Listen.

Perri Pierre converses to actress Javicia Leslie about her career. They talk about her journey from being born in Germany to being cast in numerous films and TV shows. She goes into detail about getting cast in "Always A Bridesmaid," a movie written by Yvette Nicole Brown. She also gives some advice to young people that are aspiring to become actors/actresses. Other than acting, Javicia enjoys fitness and cooking. Her favorite genre is Psycho-thriller. And she loves the movie "Love Jones." She is a fan of many actors/actresses. And she wants to be remembered as someone who gave it her all.

Perri Pierre interviews Denise Boutte about her career as an actress. They talk about everything from how she got started in acting doing commercials, to auditioning for Tyler Perry, to Starring in Soap Operas and TV shows, to writing a cookbook, and eventually becoming a household name.   Denise Boutte is an american actress from Louisiana who has starred in numerous film including "Why Did I Get Married?", "Death Valley: The Revenge of Bloody Bill", "Sister's Keeper" and "Noah's Arc". She takes pride in who she is as a person and where she comes from. This episode will tell you things you probably didn't know about her. Either way, you will be entertained and educated, informed and inspired.   Take A Listen.    

Perri Pierre introduces himself and his goal with this podcast. He then introduces Peter Ellinas, a friend, and former classmate at Pepperdine University. They talk about the 80s with a focus on Reaganite cinema. What is Reaganite Cinema? What are the characteristics of a Reaganite film? There are some of the questions that are answered in this episode. They also list the highest grossing films of the 80s plus the ones that won an Oscar for best picture. #80sMovies #ReaganiteCinema #Bradpack #StevenSpielberg #TravelBackToTime #BackToTheFuture #Nostalgia #JamesCameron #SpikeLee #ComingToAmerica #EddieMurphy #BackToTheFuture #RagingBull #MartinScorcese