blackfilm.com correspondent Koku Tona sat down with Maryam Bashir and Skyh Black to talk their roles in the ALLBLK original ‘LACE‘. The talented actors spoke about representation, not settling for stereotypical roles, and why their characters are so important for television. Check out the interview and let us know what you think!
Maryam Bashir & Skyh Black talk ALLBLK’s ‘LACE’
‘LACE’ Synopsis
In the premiere episode of LACE, audiences are introduced to Lacey McCullough (Maryam Basir), a successful and highly connected lawyer, whose influence sometimes leads her down a very dark path. The prolific Los Angeles attorney often finds herself blurring the lines between right and wrong to protect her rich and powerful clientele. With the help of her trusted associates, Othello Charles (Skyh Black) and Britney Deveaux (Tanyell Waivers) – and the ever-efficient twins, Aaron (Antoine Harris) and Nora Tuft (Taylor Bynoe) – McCullough faces one of her most mysterious and perilous cases to date. Directed by Jamal Hill (Brotherly Love), LACE will also feature appearances from Leonard Roberts (Heroes), Kellita Smith (The Bernie Mac Show), Shanti Lowry (Bronx SIU), Chris Attoh (A House Divided), Nate Walker, and Jordan T. Johnson. LACE is Executive produced by co-creators, Michelle Ebony Hardy and Katrina Y. Nelson in association with Kemy Time Productions, alongside Adam Starks and Tracy Grant. And ALLBLK executives Brett Dismuke and Nikki Love.
About ALLBLK
ALLBLK is an invitation to a world of streaming entertainment that is inclusively, but unapologetically – Black. Featuring a diverse lineup of content that spans across genres and generations, the ALLBLK library includes exclusive original series such as Craig Ross Jr.’s Monogamy, A House Divided, and Double Cross; must-see independent films, nostalgic Black cinema, popular network TV, lively stage plays, and so much more. ALLBLK is available everywhere streaming services are found – iOS, Android, Amazon Prime Video Channels, Apple TV and Apple TV Channels, Roku and Roku Channels, Amazon Fire TV, YouTube TV, Cox, DISH, Sling TV, Charter and more. ALLBLK content can also be found on WEtv+. At www.ALLBLK.tv, ALLBLK offers a free 7-day trial and thereafter is just $4.99/month or $49.99/year. Keep up with ALLBLK on Facebook at Facebook.com/WatchALLBLK and Twitter/Instagram @WatchALLBLK.
About AMC Networks
AMC Networks is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically-acclaimed content. Its portfolio of brands includes AMC, BBC AMERICA (operated through a joint venture with BBC Studios), IFC, SundanceTV, WE tv, IFC Films, and a number of fast-growing streaming services, including the AMC+ premium streaming bundle, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now and ALLBLK (formerly branded “UMC”). AMC Studios, the Company’s in-house studio, production and distribution operation, is behind award-winning owned series and franchises, including The Walking Dead, the highest-rated series in cable history. The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and Levity Entertainment Group, its production services and comedy venues business.
Maryam Bashir & Skyh Black talk ALLBLK’s ‘LACE’
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