The melanin splendor continued this week as celebs flocked to Atlanta’s iPic Theater for a special screening of Tyler Perry’s latest project.
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On Monday, Netflix hosted a special screening of Beauty in Black, which will be available to stream on Thursday, October 24th.
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Series creator, director, writer, and executive producer Tyler Perry introduced the screening, congratulating the cast and crew, and previewing exciting developments in the upcoming 16-episode series.
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“This town, this city, this state has been really, really good to me, to us at Tyler Perry Studios, and to the film industry. So I hope you guys watch the first two episodes that are coming up. Thank you for being here.” It will be available on Netflix on October 24th,” Perry said at the screening. “This is me running crazy, right? This is me writing a show where I just wanted to let go and let crazy people live in my head and tell a story. This is about entertainment, this is about suspending ourselves from everyday life and just peeking into the lives of crazy people so we don’t have to face our own shit every day. There are times when you want to take a break. Well, this is a break from that, and I hope it allows me to release everything and fall in love with these characters.”
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He also praised series leads Taylor Polydor Williams (Kimmy) and Krystle Stewart (Mallory) and the talented team at Tyler Perry Studios.
“What I want people to know about you is that people like Krystle and Taylor and these incredibly young, beautiful actors come and they give their gifts and their time to you. It’s in your hands, and for someone like me, I know that. I have to respect that, I can’t take advantage of it, I can’t abuse it,” Perry said. said.
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“If I did that, I wouldn’t be able to sleep at night. So for these incredible people to come to me with their dreams and say, ‘Okay, help me,’ Beauty in Black… Not only that, but hundreds of people on everything from Sistas to The Show could see it. Oval – Seeing people achieve their dreams is a blessing to me. ”
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The cast of Netflix’s Beauty in Black shares details about their characters with BOSSIP
On the carpet, the cast gave BOSSIP more details about their characters and shared a potential theme song that sums up Beauty in Black’s story arc.
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Taylor Polidore Williams said Kimmy will be taking viewers on a wild ride in the must-see series, with Beyoncé’s “16 Carriages” defining her journey.
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“She has a long journey to reach her destination, but she will get there.”
Similarly, Krystle Stewart said her character Mallory should listen to a different Beyoncé song. “Alien Superstar” tied to her superstar status
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“There are two sides to her. There’s a mean side and a mean side,” the actress said. “She has a carefully crafted public persona. In public she’s really sweet and friendly and people love her. Behind closed doors she’s a scheming villain.”
For TS Madison, her character Daga is so conniving that there’s only one thing on her mind.
“Oh, something bad,” TS said while singing Rihanna’s “B*** Better Have My Money.” “Mr. Perry called me and said, ‘You’re too beautiful for this role!'” I said, “No, I can do this.” I know this character. I’m looking forward to seeing how it comes to life. I’m very excited and nervous because I don’t know what the audience will be like. ”
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Richard Lawson, who plays Norman, one of the series’ patriarchs, sings “What’s Love Got to Do” with lyrics from Sly and the Family Stone’s “Are You Ready” as his character’s theme song? Possible songs include “Do With It” and Smokey Robinson’s “Oh Baby Baby.” ”
“Don’t hate black people, don’t hate white people. If you get bitten, just hate that you got bitten,” Lawson said.
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Brian Tanaka said Future’s “F**k Up Some Commas” is the most appropriate choice because his character Officer Alex is all about money…
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Meanwhile, Ursula O. Robinson said West Coast Poet Laureate Too Short has a perfect theme song for Delinda.
“Blow the whistle, that’s her theme song,” Robinson said.
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After the screening, Netflix invited guests to join Serena for a post-reception, where they chatted about Perry’s new venture and what’s next for the groundbreaking series.
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Notable attendees include Debbie Morgan, Xavier Smalls, Julianne Houghton, Stephen G. Norfleet, Charles Malik Whitfield, T.S. Madison, Amber Lane Smith, Terrell Carter, and Shannon. Wallace, Ricco Ross, Ashley Bersher, Brian Tanaka, Joy Robaris, Ursula O. Robinson, George Middlebrook, Tamera “Tee” Kissen, Givanta Roberts, Ralph Pittman (Atlanta’s Real Housewife), Tamika Scott (actress/singer-songwriter), Jalyn Hall (actor), Eva Marcille (actress/model), Lala Ahli (TV personality)), Blue Kimble (actor), Tiny Harris ( singer-songwriter).
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About Beauty in Black:
Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black follows two characters: Kimmy (Taylor Polidor Williams), a struggling woman who has been kicked out by her mother, and Mallory (Crystal Stewart), a successful businesswoman. It depicts a woman’s life. Their lives unexpectedly intertwine as the series delves into their personal journeys.
The cast includes Taylor Polydor Williams as Kimmy, Krystle Stewart as Mallory, Amber Rain Smith as Rayne, Rico Ross as Horace, Debbie Morgan as Olivia, Richard Lawson and Charles as Norman. It features Stephen G. Norfleet as Roy, Julian Horton as Roy, and Terrell Carter as Roy. Shannon Wallace as Verney, Calvin, Brian Tanaka as Officer Alex, Joy Lovaris as Gillian, Xavier Smalls as Angel, Charles Malik Whitfield as Jules, and Tamera “Tee” as Bodie. Kissen, Ursula O. Robinson as Delinda, Ashley Versher as Lena, and George Middlebrook will play Officer Truckson.
Tyler Perry is the creator, director, writer, and executive producer. “Beauty in Black” is a production of Tyler Perry Studios. Producers include Will Areu, Angi Bones, and Tony L. Strickland of Tyler Perry Studios. The head of the hair department is Shaunelle Young. The head of the makeup department is Syretta Bell. Costume designer: Lyonda Vereen. Music by Wow Jones and Jimi Jam$.
