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Black Reign

"Black Reign" delves into the tumultuous journey of a successful singing group. Struggling with internal conflicts stemming from ego clashes and betrayal. Could this mark the demise of their reign?

  • Shante 2Cool Jefferson
    Director
    Friend Zone, Young Ballerz, Laundry Night
  • Shante 2Cool Jefferson
    Writer
    Friend Zone, Young Ballerz, Laundry Night
  • CeCe Tyshay Jefferson
    Writer
    Friend Zone, Young Ballerz, Laundry Night
  • Shante 2Cool Jefferson
    Producer
    Friend Zone, Young Ballerz, Laundry Night
  • CeCe Tyshay Jefferson
    Producer
    Friend Zone, Young Ballerz, Laundry Night
  • Shanyia Corbin
    Key Cast
    "Khadijah "Dee" Day"
  • Gabriela Collazo
    Key Cast
    "Sunshine "Sunny" Day"
    Leave at One, A Look in the Mirror
  • Imani Nathaniel
    Key Cast
    "Phoenix James"
    Price of Love, Remember
  • Michelle Barber
    Key Cast
    "Phatima James"
  • Alex Krivasheev
    Key Cast
    "Kane Stone"
    Apartment 30, Eyes On Me
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Music
  • Runtime:
    20 minutes 45 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 23, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    6,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - New York Film Academy
Director Biography - Shante 2Cool Jefferson

Shanté "2Cool" Jefferson is an American director, writer, producer and actor from Youngstown, Ohio.

He moved to Los Angeles in the 90's with his R&B group which later disbanded. Shanté later pursued acting and starred in numerous commercials which led to his career behind the scenes directing, writing and producing.

Jefferson is the CEO of 2Cool Films where he continues to create film and television.

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Director Statement

As a former boy band member and lover of music, Black Reign is dear to me. When I moved to California, I was in a boy band with my brother and cousin. We were on track to getting a record deal but of course we ended because of egos and disloyalty. I love music and groups and I want to bring this story to life. It’s important for family to stick together. “No one’s bigger than the group.” The Temptations (1998)
This riveting, dramatic and melodic short film is proof of concept for an already written feature film of the same name. With this short, I will bring the audience into Black Reign’s world leave them wanting more.