Strong Friend, the new short film drama from director Brandon Champ Robinson, stars rising actress Brittney Pettusin a breakout role alongside the legendary Joe Torry. The 13-minute film explores the powerful theme of checking in on “the strong friend” — the one everyone leans on but few remember to support. Robinson and Torry, longtime collaborators, reunite for this project as it heads into its upcoming festival run.
Read MoreStrong Friend—written and directed by Brandon Champ Robinson and starring Brittney Pettus—is officially beginning its film festival run. With bold new artwork revealed, Champ shares why he once doubted festivals, how he came to understand their power to build community and create opportunity, and what’s coming next from Imagination Upgraded.
Read MoreBrandon Champ Robinson reflects on being named a finalist in the Tyler Perry Studios Dream Collective, sharing the process, lessons learned, and what’s ahead.
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Read MoreBlocking isn't just about where actors stand—it's about how power shifts, tension builds, and emotion plays out visually. In this post, I break down how David Fincher masterfully uses blocking in Gone Girl and share practical tips directors can apply to elevate any scene.
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