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Col·ored Tags

Tobias, a young adult shaped by his influential surroundings, attempts to cope with the constant pressure of public perception. He adopts a lifestyle that's beyond his means, both financially and mentally, in a bid to fit in. As he grapples with the recent loss of his mother, Tobias embarks on a personal journey to maintain his sanity and moral values. 'Colored Tags' is a heartfelt exploration of a young man's struggle to find his place in a demanding world while dealing with grief and societal expectations.

  • Malik J. Ali
    Director
    The Piano Lesson, Conflict, and Being X in America
  • Johnathan O'neil
    Writer
    Swagger, The Game, BRUH
  • Johnathan O'neil
    Producer
    The Pitt, Swagger, The Game, BRUH
  • Aeric Adams
    Producer
    Creed III, The Holiday Switch, The People Could Fly
  • Chad L Chambers
    Producer
    I'm Fine, Brothers, Tales from the Hood 2
  • Johnathan O'neil
    Key Cast
    "Tobias"
    The Pitt, Swagger, The Game, BRUH
  • Tyriq Withers
    Key Cast
    "Sean"
    Goat, Atlanta, Tell me Lies, The Game, Horror Noire
  • Jacinte Blankenship
    Key Cast
    "Naomi"
    Black Widow, Atlanta, One True Loves, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, Sweet Magnolias
  • Julian Horton
    Key Cast
    "Trey"
    National Champions, Black Spartans, Legacies, Ruined
  • Landon Moss
    Key Cast
    "Quantavious"
    In the Valley of the Moon, The Tragic Death of a Frenchman, The Snowball Effect
  • Lex Lauletta
    Key Cast
    "Club Owner"
    The Walking Dead, Ms. Marvel, Games People Play
  • Obum Nwankwo
    Key Cast
    "Malik"
    Brothers, Player, BMF
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Comedy
  • Runtime:
    26 minutes 14 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 8, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    20,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Malik J. Ali

Script interepreter. Coach. Professor. Director. Founder of a boutique acting studio in Atlanta, Acts of Freedom, which prepare actors for the rigors of the entertainment industry. In the past 2 years, he's had the opportunity to develop and direct seven short films, as well as collaborate on numerous projects.

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