Robert Townsend works on new movie in Chicago
on March 13th, 2007 at 9:25 am(WBBM) “To bring a movie to Chicago has always been my dream, you know,” said Townsend. “I mean, I’ve been in Los Angeles making movies for the longest and television shows, so this is something we want to continue.”
Townsend says “Of Boys and Men” is a film about conquering adversity. The West Side native is not only the executive producer, but the lead actor too.
“He is a father who just lost his wife, my wife is played by Angela Bassett in the film,” said Townsend.
Victoria Rowell, formerly of “Young and The Restless” and “Diagnosis Murder” fame, plays Townsend’s sister in the movie. Rowell’s character helps her brother cope.
“We show the power of prayer in this movie,” she said. “We’re in difficult times right now, in the world and we’re showing how the simplest thing, can be the most powerful.” (more…)
The Five Heartbeats will always be on the list as one of my favorites.
