"If you tried to bring back Freaknik, it wouldn't be what it was." Hulu has unveiled an official trailer for a documentary film titled Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told, streaming at the end of March. This is premiering at the 2024 SXSW Film Festival in the "24 Beats Per Second" section before it hits the web. From Executive Producers Luke Campbell, Jermaine Dupri and 21 Savage, and masterfully crafted by Mass Appeal & Swirl Films, Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told is a celebratory exploration of the boisterous times of Freaknik, the iconic Atlanta street party that drew hundreds of thousands of people in the 1980s and 1990s, helping put Atlanta on the map culturally. What began as a Black college cookout, soon became known for lurid tales of highway hookups and legendary late-night rowdy parties that ultimately led to the festival's downfall. At its height, Freaknik was a traffic stopping, city-shuttering,...
- 3/1/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
“Freaknik was the greatest Black gathering in America,” Lil Jon says in the trailer for the upcoming doc, Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told. The film looks at the history of the long-running Atlanta street party known as Freaknik, with commentary from 21 Savage, Killer Mike, Jermaine Dupri, Uncle Luke, and many others. The full documentary will premiere on Hulu on March 21.
“We said, ‘Let’s plan a picnic during spring break,'” Amadi Boon, one of the event’s co-founders, says in the trailer. “Let’s call it ‘Freaknik,...
“We said, ‘Let’s plan a picnic during spring break,'” Amadi Boon, one of the event’s co-founders, says in the trailer. “Let’s call it ‘Freaknik,...
- 2/29/2024
- by Kory Grow
- Rollingstone.com
Hulu has announced the premiere dates for limited series Under the Bridge and the two docs The Contestant and the film Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told.
Under the Bridge is a limited series with eight episodes that’s based on Rebecca Godfrey’s book about the 1997 true story of fourteen-year old Reena Virk who went to join friends at a party and never returned home. The Hulu limited series that stars Lily Gladstone, Archie Panjabi and Riley Keough premieres April 17.
The series was adapted for screen by Quinn Shephard and is executive produced by Samir Mehta, Liz Tigelaar and Stacey Silverman (Best Day Ever), Shephard, Godfrey and Tara Duncan. Keough will executive produce with Gina Gammell (Felix Culpa). Geeta Patel will direct the pilot and EP the episode. The series is produced by ABC Signature.
Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told bows March 21 on Hulu in the U.S.
Under the Bridge is a limited series with eight episodes that’s based on Rebecca Godfrey’s book about the 1997 true story of fourteen-year old Reena Virk who went to join friends at a party and never returned home. The Hulu limited series that stars Lily Gladstone, Archie Panjabi and Riley Keough premieres April 17.
The series was adapted for screen by Quinn Shephard and is executive produced by Samir Mehta, Liz Tigelaar and Stacey Silverman (Best Day Ever), Shephard, Godfrey and Tara Duncan. Keough will executive produce with Gina Gammell (Felix Culpa). Geeta Patel will direct the pilot and EP the episode. The series is produced by ABC Signature.
Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told bows March 21 on Hulu in the U.S.
- 2/9/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Gina Rodriguez is stepping into the ring in what marks her directorial debut as Rodriguez, Ryan Garcia, One Community and Endeavor Content are teaming up to develop a feature film about a fictional character inspired by some of Garcia’s experiences in and around the sport as a Mexican-American boxer. Rodriguez will direct, star, produce and will co-write the screenplay with actor and playwright Bernardo Cubria. Garcia will also star star.
“I grew up in a boxing family and loved watching sports dramas with my dad. The philosophies of fighting – working hard, staying focused, being honest, fighting fair but to win – has stayed with me,” said Rodriguez. “On behalf of myself and my production company I Can and I Will, I couldn’t be more excited to partner with Ryan Garcia on this film. He is not only an outstanding athlete and champion, but a true advocate of normalizing and furthering conversations on mental health.
“I grew up in a boxing family and loved watching sports dramas with my dad. The philosophies of fighting – working hard, staying focused, being honest, fighting fair but to win – has stayed with me,” said Rodriguez. “On behalf of myself and my production company I Can and I Will, I couldn’t be more excited to partner with Ryan Garcia on this film. He is not only an outstanding athlete and champion, but a true advocate of normalizing and furthering conversations on mental health.
- 6/15/2021
- by Justin Kroll
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Sports streaming service Dazn is expanding to 200 countries and territories on December 1, with initial monthly pricing of £1.99 or less.
Launched in 2016 and backed by billionaire Len Blavatnik, Dazn has thus far reached the U.S., Brazil, Spain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Canada, Italy and Japan with a monthly price between $10 and $20. Boxing has been a calling card, and the global rollout is tied to two fights included in the regular subscription price: Ryan Garcia vs. Luke Campbell on December 5, and Anthony Joshua vs. Kubrat Pulev on December 12. (The latter bout will not be available on Dazn in the UK or Ireland.)
Dazn in early March had declared its intention to go global, but Covid-19 then threw everything into question. The other aspect of the previous framework that has dropped out for now is a fight featuring Canelo Alvarez to help kick off the global move. Alvarez, Dazn and Oscar De La Hoya...
Launched in 2016 and backed by billionaire Len Blavatnik, Dazn has thus far reached the U.S., Brazil, Spain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Canada, Italy and Japan with a monthly price between $10 and $20. Boxing has been a calling card, and the global rollout is tied to two fights included in the regular subscription price: Ryan Garcia vs. Luke Campbell on December 5, and Anthony Joshua vs. Kubrat Pulev on December 12. (The latter bout will not be available on Dazn in the UK or Ireland.)
Dazn in early March had declared its intention to go global, but Covid-19 then threw everything into question. The other aspect of the previous framework that has dropped out for now is a fight featuring Canelo Alvarez to help kick off the global move. Alvarez, Dazn and Oscar De La Hoya...
- 10/28/2020
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
Samia Ghadie is happy to have left 'Dancing on Ice' after achieving her highest score. The 'Coronation Street' actress and her professional partner Sylvain Longchambon - who she is also thought to be dating - were voted off the ITV show on Sunday night (24.02.13) after Samia suffered a groin injury, which put them in the skate-off against Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Luke Campbell. Despite receiving the lowest points of the evening from the judges, the brunette beauty felt proud of her last achievement and is now confident enough to skate solo in the future. Speaking on ITV's 'This Morning' today (25.02.13), Samia...
- 2/25/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Samia Ghadie is happy to have left 'Dancing on Ice' after achieving her highest score. The 'Coronation Street' actress and her professional partner Sylvain Longchambon - who she is also thought to be dating - were voted off the ITV show on Sunday night (24.02.13) after Samia suffered a groin injury, which put them in the skate-off against Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Luke Campbell. Despite receiving the lowest points of the evening from the judges, the brunette beauty felt proud of her last achievement and is now confident enough to skate solo in the future. Speaking on ITV's 'This Morning' today (25.02.13), Samia...
- 2/25/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Samia Ghadie has been voted off 'Dancing on Ice'. The 'Coronation Street' star became the eight celebrity to be voted off the ITV series on Sunday night (24.02.13) after suffering a groin injury and landing in the bottom two for the second time alongside Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Luke Campbell but insisted she was happy to exit the show. She said: ''I've loved every second of it here and I'm kind of glad tonight has been our last night because we've gone out on a high.'' Each skater was required to incorporate a prop into their routine as part of Prop Week but...
- 2/24/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Samia Ghadie has been voted off 'Dancing on Ice'. The 'Coronation Street' star became the eight celebrity to be voted off the ITV series on Sunday night (24.02.13) after suffering a groin injury and landing in the bottom two for the second time alongside Olympic gold medal-winning boxer Luke Campbell but insisted she was happy to exit the show. She said: ''I've loved every second of it here and I'm kind of glad tonight has been our last night because we've gone out on a high.'' Each skater was required to incorporate a prop into their routine as part of Prop Week but...
- 2/21/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Luke Campbell is going to recreate the lift from 'Dirty Dancing' in his 'Dancing On Ice' routine this Sunday (09.02.13). The Olympic boxer and his skating partner Jenna Smith will be performing a Valentine's Day inspired routine and the highlight is going to be a recreation of the film's iconic dance when Patrick Swayze hoists Jennifer Grey above his head. However, Luke has been struggling to get Jenna above his head because he has injured his wrist in rehearsals. Speaking at the 'A Good Day To Die Hard' premiere in London on Thursday night (07.02.13), Luke told Bang Showbiz: ''There's a massive lift...
- 2/8/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Luke Campbell is determined to give the 'Dancing on Ice' judges ''a bit of stick back'' if they keep slamming his routines. The Olympic gold medal-winning boxer has vowed to give as good as he gets if he doesn't agree with the feedback he is given from Jason Gardiner, Ashley Roberts, Karen Barber and Robin Cousins, and if outspoken panellist Jason finally gives him a compliment this weekend he will tell him he is ''four shows too late''. He exclusively told Bang Showbiz: ''Some of their feedback is interesting and some of it is like, 'Where did that come from?' But...
- 1/29/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Luke Campbell is determined to give the 'Dancing on Ice' judges ''a bit of stick back'' if they keep slamming his routines. The Olympic gold medal-winning boxer has vowed to give as good as he gets if he doesn't agree with the feedback he is given from Jason Gardiner, Ashley Roberts, Karen Barber and Robin Cousins, and if outspoken panellist Jason finally gives him a compliment this weekend he will tell him he is ''four shows too late''. He said: ''Some of their feedback is interesting and some of it is like, 'Where did that come from?' But it's all part...
- 1/27/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
We're going to liveblog all the gayby WilSon action on Days of Our Lives today, so be sure to tune in with snicks.
Buzzfeed has the four collectible covers of this month's Gay Times Naked Issue, featuring Olympians Chris Mears, Ashley McKenzie, Luke Campbell, and Kieron and Pj from Hollyoaks. I have the full issue on my iPad, and the photography is stunning, and the covers are just the tip of the iceberg.
The Colorado civil unions bill has cleared the first legislative hurdle, passing out of committee on a 3-2 vote.
We haven't heard from One Million Moms in a while, but it's nice to know they pick on someone other than the gays. This time, it's little girls, specifically Girl Scouts, who have begun their cookie season. One Million Moms states, despite Girl Scouts denials, that the Girl Scouts fund abortions at Planned Parenthood.
Considering the name of the column,...
Buzzfeed has the four collectible covers of this month's Gay Times Naked Issue, featuring Olympians Chris Mears, Ashley McKenzie, Luke Campbell, and Kieron and Pj from Hollyoaks. I have the full issue on my iPad, and the photography is stunning, and the covers are just the tip of the iceberg.
The Colorado civil unions bill has cleared the first legislative hurdle, passing out of committee on a 3-2 vote.
We haven't heard from One Million Moms in a while, but it's nice to know they pick on someone other than the gays. This time, it's little girls, specifically Girl Scouts, who have begun their cookie season. One Million Moms states, despite Girl Scouts denials, that the Girl Scouts fund abortions at Planned Parenthood.
Considering the name of the column,...
- 1/24/2013
- by lostinmiami
- The Backlot
The lineup for Dancing on Ice 2013 has been revealed. Former Baywatch actress Pamela Anderson, Olympians Beth Tweddle and Luke Campbell, X Factor series two winner Shayne Ward and ex-EastEnders actor Matt Lapinskas will be among those taking to the ice when the show returns in the New Year. Coronation Street actress Samia Ghadie, TV presenters Keith Chegwin and Anthea Turner and comedian Joe Pasquale will also take part, along with politician Oona King - now known as Baroness King of Bow following her nomination to the House of Lords - Welsh international rugby player Gareth Thomas and The Only Way Is Essex cast member Lauren Goodger. Chegwin was due to take part in the show last year, but had to pull out after suffering an injury. Dancing on Ice will (more)...
- 12/18/2012
- by By Kate Goodacre
- Digital Spy
Olympic boxer Luke Campbell is set to star on 'Dancing on Ice'. The gold medal winner has already been spotted in training, and will find himself going head to head against fellow Olympian, bronze-winning gymnast, Beth Tweddle in the competition. A source told The Sun newspaper: ''Bosses are determined to get the best line-up they can for this year's show and hope some double Olympic magic will boost ratings. ''Luke was one of the hunks of this year's Games and producers hope he will bring in a whole new audience.'' Bantamweight Champion Luke has been spotted at his local ice rink in...
- 10/30/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Tonight's X Factor theme will apparently be Heroes Night. Simon Cowell has lined up 11 Team Gb medallists to appear on the first Live Show of the series, The Sun reports. The athletes tipped to appear on The X Factor include cyclists Laura Trott, Dani King, Lizzie Armitstead and Joanna Rowsell and boxers Nicola Adams and Luke Campbell. Taekwondo star Jade Jones, rowers Tom James, Pete Reed and Alex Gregory and dressage champion Charlotte Dujardin will also reportedly be introduced by host Dermot O'Leary before giving advice to the contestants. Rylan Clark is rumoured to be singing 'Gold' by Spandau Ballet, while other (more)...
- 10/6/2012
- by By Colin Daniels
- Digital Spy
Anthea Turner and Harry Potter actor Oliver Phelps have reportedly been lined up to appear on Dancing on Ice next year. The pair were apparently spotted trying out for the ITV show at Alexandra Palace ice rink last week along with Olympic star Luke Campbell, who won a gold in the boxing. Producers have since offered Turner a £50,000 fee to take part in the competition, according to The Sun. "Anthea is still a household name and someone who ITV chiefs are convinced that their viewers will want to see on the ice rink," (more)...
- 9/5/2012
- by By Daniel Sperling
- Digital Spy
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Jamie Foxx May Revive Showtime At the Apollo: Bet and Jamie Foxx are working together to bring back the talent showcase “Showtime at the Apollo.” The show, which has been off the air since 2008, was a popular variety program that has featured a host of future stars . The project will be produced by Foxx, Don Weiner, and Marcus King. [Deadline]
Luke Campbell Is Dead Serious About Mayoral Run: Miami bass rapper Luther Campbell, also known as Uncle Luke,...
Jamie Foxx May Revive Showtime At the Apollo: Bet and Jamie Foxx are working together to bring back the talent showcase “Showtime at the Apollo.” The show, which has been off the air since 2008, was a popular variety program that has featured a host of future stars . The project will be produced by Foxx, Don Weiner, and Marcus King. [Deadline]
Luke Campbell Is Dead Serious About Mayoral Run: Miami bass rapper Luther Campbell, also known as Uncle Luke,...
- 5/17/2011
- by Lyneka Little
- Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal
Just when you think the tides washing in semi-celebs and has- beens with reality shows have ceased, another wave hits like a tsunami.
So, it was with great and terrible dread, that I sat down to watch Luther (Luke) Campbell's new VH1 reality show called "Luke's Parental Advisory."
Luke who?
Luke Campbell of 2 Live Crew, that's who. Now, if your memory is still intact, you may remember that he's the guy who put the booty into the big biz of hip hop,...
So, it was with great and terrible dread, that I sat down to watch Luther (Luke) Campbell's new VH1 reality show called "Luke's Parental Advisory."
Luke who?
Luke Campbell of 2 Live Crew, that's who. Now, if your memory is still intact, you may remember that he's the guy who put the booty into the big biz of hip hop,...
- 8/2/2008
- by By LINDA STASI
- NYPost.com
Luke Campbell, former frontman of 2 Live Crew, heard wedding bells instead of beatboxing on Saturday as he and Kristin Thompson tied the knot in Dallas, Texas. "I waited 47 years to find a special woman and have found that in Kristin," Campbell tells People exclusively. "I never knew that I could feel love on another level like this until I met her, and I am now honored to call her my wife." The stars of the upcoming VH1 reality series Luke's Parental Advisory tied the knot in front of 300 guests at Saint Luke Community Methodist Church, followed by a reception at...
- 7/24/2008
- by Jesse North
- PEOPLE.com
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