Charles Easley

05/18/2013

"One Day In June" Chris Character Trailer

Hey guys I am so excited about the film I am working on "One Day In June."

I am working with a wonderful group of creative folks. The film is about one father's journey to find the children he abandoned.

Narcel Reedus is the director and I am working as producer, co-writer and editor on the film.

Please check out and like our Facebook page for "One Day In June."

You can also check out more information about the film, filmmakers, characters and support the film through donations on the site www.onedayinjunethemovie.com.

This is the latest character trailer for Chris, played by a wonderful young actor Drew Thomas, who is the gay youngest son of the father character, Russ. Chris is a young very good looking gay dude that uses his looks to get men to take care of him and to support his addiction.

We will preview various trailers as part of our drip campaign to promote the film..

I hope you enjoy the trailer as much as I enjoyed putting it together. This might be my best trailer I have edited yet....smile.

"One Day In June" Chris Character Trailer from Charles Easley on Vimeo.

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05/06/2013

Jason Collins provides young black gay men much-needed role model

Jason Collins provides young black gay men much-needed role model.

The NBA player made history last week when he came out of the closet.

Hey guys check out my latest column for Creative Loafing. This brother has made history by becoming one of the first active players in a major league sports team to come out as gay.

He is such a historical figure on so many levels. This is major for sports, the LGBT community but just as important for the African-American community since being gay still carries a very negative stigma.

This brother is definitely a major role model!

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05/05/2013

"One Day In June" Keisha Character Trailer

Hey guys I am so excited about the film I am working on "One Day In June."

I am working with a wonderful group of creative folks. The film is about one father's journey to find the children he abandoned.

Narcel Reedus is the director and I am working as producer, co-writer and editor on the film.

Please check out and like our Facebook page for "One Day In June."

You can also check out more information about the film, filmmakers, characters and support the film through donations on the site www.onedayinjunethemovie.com.

This is the latest character trailers for Keisha who is the eldest daughter of the father character, Russ. We will preview various trailers as part of our drip campaign to promote the film..

I hope you enjoy the trailer as much as I enjoyed putting it together....smile.

"One Day In June" Keisha Character Trailer from Charles Easley on Vimeo.

Posted at 06:34 AM in Film, My Work | Permalink | Comments (0)

05/02/2013

"One Day In June" Russ Character Trailer

Hey guys I am so excited about the film I am working on "One Day In June."

I am working with a wonderful group of creative folks. The film is about one father's journey to find the children he abandoned.

Please check out and like our Facebook page for "One Day In June."

Narcel Reedus is the director and I am working as producer, co-writer and editor on the film.

You can also check out more information about the film, filmmakers, characters and support the film through donations on the site www.onedayinjunethemovie.com.

This is one of the first character trailers for the main character Russ. We will preview various trailers as part of our drip campaign to promote the film..

I hope you enjoy the trailer as much as I enjoyed putting it together....smile.

"One Day In June" Russ Character Trailer from Charles Easley on Vimeo.

Posted at 05:19 AM in African-American, Film, My Work | Permalink | Comments (0)

04/21/2013

"One Day In June" Teaser Trailer

Hey guys I am working with a wonderful group of creative people. We are shooting an independent film, "One Day In June." I am acting as Producer, co-writer and editor for the project.

"One Day In June" is about a father's journey to find the children he abandoned.

Check out the "One Day In June" new website!

One Day in June is an independent feature film and documentary. The feature film is produced by Charles Easley, Angela Washington, Arritta Pruitt and directed by Narcel Reedus. The One Day in June documentary is directed by Charles Easley and Narcel Reedus. Both films are currently in the fundraising pre-production phase. The mission of ODIJ is to create more than a movie; we want to create a movement of fathers taking the step to reconnect with their children.

We are dedicated to producing unconventional and unique documentaries and groundbreaking independent feature films that provoke emotion, reflection and encourage action. We will operate ODIJ on a sustainable financial basis of profitable growth with increasing value for our investors, stakeholders, partners and contributors.

For more information on how you can get involved please contact Charles Easley or Angela Washington.

"One Day In June" Teaser Trailer from Charles Easley on Vimeo.

Posted at 05:08 AM in African-American, Film, My Work | Permalink | Comments (0)

04/11/2013

Ain't nobody got time for another YouTube stereotype

Ain't nobody got time for another YouTube stereotype.

Media outlets are exploiting inarticulate blacks for ratings

Hey guys check out my latest column with Creative Loafing the media outlets strikes again and the autotunes remix is already on You Tube. SMH

Posted at 06:13 AM in African-American, Columnist, Creative Loafing, You Tube | Permalink | Comments (0)

04/07/2013

Alease Michelle, Personal Branding Mentor

Hey guys I have been working with a dear friend Alease Michelle. Alease Michelle is a Personal Branding Mentor who has been working with me since the inception of my Professor Locs brand and ultimately so many other ventures including my soon to be released book.

Alease believes that, "One of the biggest secret , is that we create our own life. Once you accept this concept – that YOU are the one creating everything in your life–that it’s YOUR dream and no one else’s–that everything in your life is created by YOU – and then apply these simple actions CORRECTLY, you will create the life you’ve always wanted!"

Alease conducted a Personal Branding Boot Camp which I produced and editied for her. If you have similar projects that you want produced please contact me for your media production needs!

Alease Michelle Personal Branding Mentor from Charles Easley on Vimeo.

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03/17/2013

Nellie Ashford: Folk Artist

This video was filmed at the Queens University of Charlotte gallery. The exhibit featured regional folk artist Nellie Ashford. Ashford who is a self-taught and uses found and collected materials in her work to give voice to the voiceless.

Ashford is often quoted as saying, “I began to paint because of my third oldest grandson. I paint about people, places and things that don’t matter to anyone anymore. Yes, I am a folk artist and the advantage is that I tell people I am allowed to break the rules that the trained artist would not dare do.”

Her work captures wonderful regional memories and documents Charlotte and the regions rich cultural past. The gallery opening was not only an exhibit but a reunion of friends, family and fans who all came out to celebrate and support Ashford and her exceptional body of work. Special thanks to Assistant Professor of New Media Design at Queens University of Charlotte, Mike Wirth.

Videography and editing by Charles Easley.

Nellie Ashford Folk Artist: Colors of Segregation from Charles Easley on Vimeo.

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02/18/2013

Winter Warning

Well we finally got some snow in Charlotte, NC.

I decided to experiment with my new Canon 60D camera and shoot at 60fps. I then slowed the footage down considerably in Premiere.

This is an experimental short film I call Winter Warning.

Winter Warning from Professor Locs on Vimeo.

Cameo appearance by our boxer Dudley....LOL enjoy!

Posted at 08:19 AM in African-American, Columnist, My Work | Permalink | Comments (0)

01/28/2013

"Without Sancturary: Lynching Photography in America," a Video Promo

Glenn Burkin the publisher of Q City Metro partnered with the Levine Museum of the New South to host a discussion group to discuss the exhibit "Without Sanctuary: Lynching Photography in America."