Oct 29, 20222 min read

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

STRANGE FRUITS :THE HIP-HOPERA SET TO FILM IN ATHENS, GA Los Angeles ,California - An independent Black-woman led production company,...

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A Conversation with ARCpoint Labs Atlanta-Northeast Franchise Owner, Monte McDowell

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Oct 17, 20227 min read

A Conversation with ARCpoint Labs Atlanta-Northeast Franchise Owner, Monte McDowell

Atlanta Film and TV: Can you share with our viewers about who you are, and what it is you do? Monte McDowell: My name is Monte McDowell,...

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Ronnel R. Parham

Oct 10, 20222 min read

Competition

Competition in this business can serve you well —or work against you. The longer you’re in the business and working consistently to get...

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Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Oct 3, 20222 min read

Finding the right Acting Coach

Are you looking to further your acting career? If so, consider looking for acting classes! Why Take Acting Classes? There are many...

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Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Sep 26, 20222 min read

The importance of investing in yourself

Invest in yourself, whether you are an experienced entertainment industry professional or looking to break in. What Does It Mean to...

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Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Sep 23, 20227 min read

A Conversation with Cosplayer Lisa Lake

A few weeks ago, we were able to connect with Cosplayer Lisa Lake. Earlier this year, Lisa had the opportunity to be a part of a film...

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Ronnel R. Parham

Sep 17, 20221 min read

Momentum

Momentum is a huge part of being an artist. As an artist, I think of momentum as keeping the buzz around my name. So much of our industry...

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Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Sep 16, 20222 min read

What is Your Moment Before?

You might be wondering, what is the Moment Before? Themodernactor.com defines the Moment Before as "a technical acting term that refers...

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Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Deanna Rashell

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Sep 12, 202212 min read

Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Deanna Rashell

A few weeks ago, we were fortunate to connect with Actress, Producer, Director, and CEO of Outlook Productions, Deanna Rashell. Born in...

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Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Sep 3, 20222 min read

Read the Scene First

Most actors, when auditioning for a role, only learn their lines. But, to know your character, and to act out a scene well, you must...

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Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Aug 23, 20222 min read

How to gain Self-Confidence as an Actor

How would you rate your confidence as an actor? 5 as being completely confident or 1- as not being confident? What is Self - Confidence?...

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Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Stage 32 Director of Community, Shellie Schmals

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Aug 18, 20228 min read

Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Stage 32 Director of Community, Shellie Schmals

A few weeks ago, we were fortunate to have a conversation with Shellie Schmals. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Shellie relocated to...

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Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Actress and Writer, Leanna Adams

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Aug 8, 20229 min read

Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Actress and Writer, Leanna Adams

A few weeks ago, we were fortunate to have a conversation with Atlanta-based Actress, Writer, and sometimes Filmmaker, and Producer...

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Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Ronnel Ricardo Parham

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Jul 25, 202211 min read

Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Ronnel Ricardo Parham

Two weeks ago, we were fortunate to converse with Ronnel Ricardo Parham. Originally from West Philadelphia, Ronnel relocated to Atlanta...

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A Conversation with Producer of Realm Pictures International, Stephen Blake

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

May 5, 20228 min read

A Conversation with Producer of Realm Pictures International, Stephen Blake

A few weeks ago, we were fortunate to connect and have a conversation with Stephen Blake, Chief Executive Officer, and Producer of Realm...

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An Interview with the Co - Creators of Musica Quarantena from the Atlanta Film Festival

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

May 3, 20223 min read

An Interview with the Co - Creators of Musica Quarantena from the Atlanta Film Festival

Musica Quarantena (short animated film) A little girl’s love for her bedridden Papa inspires a town in lockdown to make music out their...

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"Emily the Criminal" Screens at the Plaza Theater

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Apr 27, 20222 min read

"Emily the Criminal" Screens at the Plaza Theater

The sound of popcorn, mixing of drinks, and conversation could be heard as film connoisseurs, and critics awaited the viewing of Emily...

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I Am Jalaiah Documentary Review from the Atlanta Film Festival

Madison Johnson

Apr 26, 20222 min read

I Am Jalaiah Documentary Review from the Atlanta Film Festival

I Am Jalaiah is a documentary about 16- year old TikTok star Jalaiah Harmon, who was born and raised in Fayetteville, GA. The...

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Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Marlo Tiede

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Apr 26, 202213 min read

Conversations with Atlanta's Movers and Shakers, Marlo Tiede

A few weeks ago, we were fortunate to have a conversation with Marlo Tiede, Head of Film and TV at Stilwell Casting. Marlo started her...

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An Interview Abi Damaris Corbin, Writer and Director of the film 892, at the Atlanta Film Festival

Mandisa A. Johnson, MS, MFA

Apr 25, 20221 min read

An Interview Abi Damaris Corbin, Writer and Director of the film 892, at the Atlanta Film Festival

892 is a film Atlanta Film and TV was fortunate to screen on opening night at the 46th Annual Atlanta Film Festival. Written and directed...

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