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WARDS

The series “WARDS” is about a young man struggling to survive the crime infested streets of New Orleans. Though his struggle puts his life and freedom at risk, he still strive to survive. He lives where 50% of the black men are unemployed. Murders and police brutality are rampant and have become a norm of life. Everyday he wake up his first goal is not to be a victim. Getting locked up become a norm in a city where the incarceration rate is the highest in the country. He eventually get locked up but he knew that wasn’t the end for him. With the hope long gone from the city he wants to change things for himself and others. He is released from jail and begin his journey to right his life. He meets a young lady producing a local tv show and he see's that this could be his way to make a difference.

  • john robert
    Director
    ya heard me documentary film
  • Glenda Robert
    Director
    ya heard me documentary film
  • John Robert
    Writer
  • Glenda Robert
    Writer
  • Glenesha Green
    Writer
  • John Robert
    Producer
  • Glenda Robert
    Producer
  • Lucky Johnson
    Key Cast
    "Sam"
    Contraband, Treme, Queen Suga, 2 Guns Down, Empire State,
  • Dominic Alexander
    Key Cast
    "Ripp"
    Contraband, Tales, Treme, Queen Suga, 2 Guns Down, Empire State, The Game,
  • Tina Rubin
    Key Cast
    "Parole Officer"
  • John Robert
    Key Cast
    "Chuck"
    Ya Heard Me Bounce Documentary
  • Tanya Gill
    Key Cast
    "Gee Gee"
  • Tomeka Richard
    Key Cast
    "Mia"
  • Mobo Joe Paynes
    Key Cast
    "Preacher Man"
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    drama, urban, action, suspense
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 14 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    August 17, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 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:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Houston Black Film Fest
    Houston
    March 20, 2018
Distribution Information
  • Vimeo
    Country: United States
    Rights: All Rights
  • YouTube Red
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Video on Demand
Director Biography - john robert, Glenda Robert

John Robert began his journey in film in 2000. He began writing and developing tv shows that aired on ACCESS TV. His most known tv shows is "Its All Good In The Hood TV Show" and All Good Unplugged TV. He did his first reality show called Video 1 Competition that aired on NOATV. In 2006 he co-produced the documentary filmed titled "Ya Heard Me"

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Director Statement

I am interested in all forms of media. I believe that by blending different forms of art such as audio, visuals, storytelling, etc. you can create a more powerful piece than by using one art form alone. Each project I make is different, and I've found that each person takes something different out them. Our current culture, and my generation, is prone to listening to video media. I want to create films that have something positive to say. The last documentary film I made “Ya Heard Me” Bounce Documentary has been accepted in many film festivals. I feel honored by the acceptances and am very excited that this film “WARDS” will reach many audiences and share a story they may not have known before. I feel passionate for film and the world I live in. My hope is to carry inspiration to others.