Billy Tooma

Movies

The Black Eagle of Harlem
Editor
Col. Hubert Fauntleroy Julian – aviator, soldier of fortune, and arms dealer – led a life of high adventure, finding himself at the center and periphery of major world events. Julian drew headlines wherever he went, generated a fair share of controversy – but most importantly – fought against racial attitudes and shattered countless stereotypes. He flew before Charles Lindbergh, traveled to Ethiopia before most Americans had seen their own Grand Canyon, and pushed for the advancement of his race even while many of his own people vilified him with accusations of being a flamboyant charlatan. Julian’s Zelig-like ability to adapt and take on multiple personas helped him persevere in the face of adversity. The documentary spawned from this study utilizes a combination of interviews, archival materials, voiceovers, and original artwork to recreate the amazing – sometimes unbelievable – life of the Black Eagle, one of the 20th century’s most intriguing icons.
The Black Eagle of Harlem
Cinematography
Col. Hubert Fauntleroy Julian – aviator, soldier of fortune, and arms dealer – led a life of high adventure, finding himself at the center and periphery of major world events. Julian drew headlines wherever he went, generated a fair share of controversy – but most importantly – fought against racial attitudes and shattered countless stereotypes. He flew before Charles Lindbergh, traveled to Ethiopia before most Americans had seen their own Grand Canyon, and pushed for the advancement of his race even while many of his own people vilified him with accusations of being a flamboyant charlatan. Julian’s Zelig-like ability to adapt and take on multiple personas helped him persevere in the face of adversity. The documentary spawned from this study utilizes a combination of interviews, archival materials, voiceovers, and original artwork to recreate the amazing – sometimes unbelievable – life of the Black Eagle, one of the 20th century’s most intriguing icons.
The Black Eagle of Harlem
Producer
Col. Hubert Fauntleroy Julian – aviator, soldier of fortune, and arms dealer – led a life of high adventure, finding himself at the center and periphery of major world events. Julian drew headlines wherever he went, generated a fair share of controversy – but most importantly – fought against racial attitudes and shattered countless stereotypes. He flew before Charles Lindbergh, traveled to Ethiopia before most Americans had seen their own Grand Canyon, and pushed for the advancement of his race even while many of his own people vilified him with accusations of being a flamboyant charlatan. Julian’s Zelig-like ability to adapt and take on multiple personas helped him persevere in the face of adversity. The documentary spawned from this study utilizes a combination of interviews, archival materials, voiceovers, and original artwork to recreate the amazing – sometimes unbelievable – life of the Black Eagle, one of the 20th century’s most intriguing icons.
Dissertation Station
Babe
Ms Norris meets with students, goes a little batty, has dinner with her boyfriend, and revelations ensue.
Poetry of Witness
Director
Through the interviews of poets and scholars, this documentary sheds light upon those who have chosen poetry to preserve the memories of war, torture, exile, and repression.
Seeking Nirvana
Editor
The story of a literary agent, his best-selling client, and their own individual search for what's really important.
Seeking Nirvana
Producer
The story of a literary agent, his best-selling client, and their own individual search for what's really important.
Seeking Nirvana
Writer
The story of a literary agent, his best-selling client, and their own individual search for what's really important.
Seeking Nirvana
Director
The story of a literary agent, his best-selling client, and their own individual search for what's really important.
Dreams of the Dead
Man on Beach/Soldier
For 15 years the large estate of Samuel Arnold has stood silent and empty. But like a midwinter's breeze, in the lonely hours of the night, something stirs in both the dreams and reality, unable to find any peace. When Aubrey, last of the family line and leader of an all-girl band, moves her band into the house, the lurking horror of her family's true legacy reveals itself as she fights desperately to find the truth and reject her dark inheritance.