Preston A. Whitmore II
Nacimiento : 1962-06-26, Detroit, Michigan, USA
Historia
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Preston Alexander Whitmore II (born June 26, 1962) is an US screenwriter, producer, and director. Preston is best known for his 2007 comedy-drama This Christmas. The film garnered Preston an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Directing in 2008.
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Screenplay
Leon Watkins runs a community helpline in South Central LA, where anyone in need of help is welcome. One of his most frequent visitors is local gang leader, John Wesley Hunter, otherwise known as “Joker” to the streets. After a day of hustling and almost losing his life in a shoot-out, Joker goes to the one place where he knows he can get help. All in a typical day’s work for Leon until an unlikely woman shows up insisting on aiding him in his fight for his community. This unlikely team defies social constructs by working together to actively fight oppression and gain nation-wide recognition for a hidden reality of many. Along their way they experience the deep-seeded hatred that has plagued America, great love, and tragedy as they leave behind a legacy.
Director
Leon Watkins runs a community helpline in South Central LA, where anyone in need of help is welcome. One of his most frequent visitors is local gang leader, John Wesley Hunter, otherwise known as “Joker” to the streets. After a day of hustling and almost losing his life in a shoot-out, Joker goes to the one place where he knows he can get help. All in a typical day’s work for Leon until an unlikely woman shows up insisting on aiding him in his fight for his community. This unlikely team defies social constructs by working together to actively fight oppression and gain nation-wide recognition for a hidden reality of many. Along their way they experience the deep-seeded hatred that has plagued America, great love, and tragedy as they leave behind a legacy.
Writer
While humorous, sarcastic and sometimes harsh, Dominique the Dame brings to the forefront America's contemporary views on race, sex, drugs, religion and technology through her listeners who call into her show "Real Talk." The radio program takes on a greater meaning when Dame mobilizes her listeners in a race against time to save the life of a pregnant teenager.
Director
While humorous, sarcastic and sometimes harsh, Dominique the Dame brings to the forefront America's contemporary views on race, sex, drugs, religion and technology through her listeners who call into her show "Real Talk." The radio program takes on a greater meaning when Dame mobilizes her listeners in a race against time to save the life of a pregnant teenager.
Screenplay
James Bernard Jr., a.k.a. Dutch, has become the most dangerous criminal in New Jersey. From his early skill as a car thief, Dutch recognized the opportunity to rule the streets and he seized it. With both the protection and respect of the Mafia, Dutch becomes the most terrifying force on the streets. District Attorney Anthony Jacobs is determined to take down Dutch and his crew, and he's confident that his witnesses will testify against them.
Director
James Bernard Jr., a.k.a. Dutch, has become the most dangerous criminal in New Jersey. From his early skill as a car thief, Dutch recognized the opportunity to rule the streets and he seized it. With both the protection and respect of the Mafia, Dutch becomes the most terrifying force on the streets. District Attorney Anthony Jacobs is determined to take down Dutch and his crew, and he's confident that his witnesses will testify against them.
Writer
Separándose de la peligrosa escena de Filadelfia mientras aún lamentaba la muerte de Quadir, Gena se ha reinventado como periodista, viviendo y trabajando en Nueva York. En una encrucijada de su carrera, Gena se encuentra con la oportunidad de ir a Los Ángeles y decide aprovechar el tiempo para encontrarse a sí misma. Aunque Gena está lejos de casa, su vida en Filadelfia parece aparecer siempre. Alguien con vínculos con Quadir ha secuestrado el cargamento de Jerrell, lo que hizo que saliera a la calle en una cruzada para descubrir quién. Jerrell está decidido a que le paguen por cualquier medio necesario y comenzará con Gena.
Director
Una historia de amor entre una joven, Gena, y Quadir, un criminal que la introducirá en su vertiginoso y peligroso estilo de vida.
Writer
For the “Dough Boys” every day is a struggle to survive. Determined to make something of their lives, these four friends work any hustle no matter how risky. But when they bite off more than they can chew, their loyal bond is tested as they fight to stay alive. Now, the rules of the street that they live by are the very rules that could destroy them.
Screenplay
Drama navideño que narra la celebración de tan señaladas fechas por parte de la familia Whitfield, la primera en la que se reúnen todos tras cuatro años.
Director
Drama navideño que narra la celebración de tan señaladas fechas por parte de la familia Whitfield, la primera en la que se reúnen todos tras cuatro años.
Writer
The clock strikes midnight, money changes hands, the crowd is on their feet, and the court is alive with fast-paced razzle-dazzle basketball. These players don't play for a school or a pro team. They play for the street and it's underground...way underground.
Director
The clock strikes midnight, money changes hands, the crowd is on their feet, and the court is alive with fast-paced razzle-dazzle basketball. These players don't play for a school or a pro team. They play for the street and it's underground...way underground.
Director
El hijo de 7 años de un hombre es asesinado en medio de un tiroteo entre dos miembros de bandas rivales. El padre, conocedor de la escasa pena que han recibido los culpables, hará que le encierren en la cárcel para vengar la muerte de su hijo.
Writer
Las presas de una cárcel de mujeres, principalmente afroamericanas, son explotadas como mano de obra. La mayoría de las mujeres están encarceladas por situaciones de violencia doméstica, pero además sufren abusos por parte del personal penitenciario, encabezado por el capitán Deese y el guardián Nelson. Acusada de asesinato, Frances Shepard se alía con sus compañeras Little Momma, Wet y Nikki Barnes, así como con el estudiante de derecho Michael, para comenzar la rebelión.
Producer
Daniel y su esposa Jessica están pasando unos días de vacaciones en el campo cuando ella es agredida sexualmente. De camino al hospital, Jessica cree reconocer a su agresor en el conductor de un remolque, y Daniel no duda en propinarle una paliza que le deja inconsciente. Los problemas llegan para Daniel cuando se descubre que no es tan claro que el hombre al que pegó, quien resulta ser el hijo del 'sheriff' del lugar y que más tarde muere, fuera el agresor de su esposa.
Writer
Daniel y su esposa Jessica están pasando unos días de vacaciones en el campo cuando ella es agredida sexualmente. De camino al hospital, Jessica cree reconocer a su agresor en el conductor de un remolque, y Daniel no duda en propinarle una paliza que le deja inconsciente. Los problemas llegan para Daniel cuando se descubre que no es tan claro que el hombre al que pegó, quien resulta ser el hijo del 'sheriff' del lugar y que más tarde muere, fuera el agresor de su esposa.
Executive Producer
Cuando tanto la ley como la mafia quieren verte muerto, tienes que poner todos los medios a tu alcance para escapar. Esto es lo que les ocurre a Piper y Dodge, una pareja de convictos que no se conocen pero que, al estar esposados, tendrán que compartir a la fuerza sus destinos.
Writer
Cuando tanto la ley como la mafia quieren verte muerto, tienes que poner todos los medios a tu alcance para escapar. Esto es lo que les ocurre a Piper y Dodge, una pareja de convictos que no se conocen pero que, al estar esposados, tendrán que compartir a la fuerza sus destinos.
Writer
Five young marines on a suicide mission in Vietnam, struggle for survival in a jungle minefield. The mean streets of home did not prepare them for this.
Director
Five young marines on a suicide mission in Vietnam, struggle for survival in a jungle minefield. The mean streets of home did not prepare them for this.