Brown Paper Bag (2019)

Brown Paper Bag: Directed by Detdrich McClure. With Ashley Akins, Michael Anthony Jr., Vivia E. Armstrong, Craig Balog. The year is 1942 and Archie Glass is a young black actor just come to Hollywood. He soon finds himself blacklisted and kicked off the lot, in an attempt to get back into showbiz he is hired to go looking for a missing white starlet.

“Period films are a strain on even the biggest Hollywood budgets and nearly impossible for low budgets, just one of the reasons this film really impressed me. Attention to detail apparent in every shot – costumes, locations, and, more importantly, the performances are very strong. Obviously a passion project for everyone involved, and very timely. Not surprised that it won Best Film at the San Diego Black Film Festival.”