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Brother’s Keeper Book 3: TaMara and The King

The daughter of a thug turned man of God finds herself thrust into the world of prostitution. After her best friend is kidnapped, she is determined to get answers; but not without digging up painful truths about herself and her troubled past.

  • Devon Mathews
    Director
  • Devon Mathews
    Writer
  • Stephen Hartfield
    Producer
  • Erika Franklin
    Key Cast
    "TaMara"
  • Will Moleon
    Key Cast
    "King/Judah Williams"
  • LonHendre Keggins
    Key Cast
    "Irwin"
  • Emily Paredes
    Key Cast
    "Detective Patty"
  • Emily Mahoney
    Key Cast
    "Captain Lee"
  • Brickland Carter
    Key Cast
    "Detective Walker"
  • Garrett Norvell
    Key Cast
    "Ronan"
  • Jai’Yonna Mathews
    Key Cast
    "Young TaMara"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Other
  • Runtime:
    47 minutes 38 seconds
  • 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
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • San Antonio Film Festival
    San Antonio
    United States
    August 2, 2024
    May 5, 2024
Director Biography - Devon Mathews

Devon Mathews is a professional actor, vocalist, director, and film producer from San Antonio, Texas. She is the owner and lead vocalist of DevSoul, her band of 18 years. DevSoul has opened and played for Chico DeBarge, Jagged Edge, and more. Notably, Devon was cast in “The King” Christmas musical starring David and Tamela Mann of Tyler Perry Productions, The Color Purple Audio Experience (International Cast), and Allen and Gray’s audio re-imagining of the Princess in the Frog (Mama Odie). On a wing and a prayer, Devon released her first film, Brother’s Keeper 3: Tamara and the King, a modernized re-imagining of Genesis 38 in the Bible. She wrote, directed, and casted the film and launched her own all Black performing arts company, Art Noir Productions, now a registered 501(c)3. Art Noir opened at the 2023 San Antonio Black International Film Festival honoring Phylicia Rashad and Debbie Allen. Devon just wrapped the film, Dovey’s Promise, where she played the emotional supporting role of Martha Crump. She is the owner and lead vocalist of DevSoul, her band of 16 years. DevSoul has opened and sang live background vocals for Jagged Edge, Dwele, Eric Roberson, Carl Thomas, Chico DeBarge, Next, Brian Angel of Day 26, and more. The DevSoul debut single, Hot Coffee, is now streaming on all major digital platforms.

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Director Statement

I am overwhelmed by the support and encouragement on this side of the camera. I never knew I’d enjoy this so much. This is only the beginning. Look for me. Thank you so much.