American rapper and actor Tauheed K. Epps, professionally known as 2 Chainz, announced and debuted an upcoming short film titled Red Clay.
‘Red Clay is directed by Christopher Nolan Jones, and it emphasizes the cultural richness and unique character of the South.
The film, which is said to be more about the life of the rapper, delves into his early years and his formative experiences in College Park, Georgia.
It follows the story of Nook, played by Christopher A’mmanuel, a teenager who is facing societal challenges having grown up with a mother with drug addiction.
Nook and his friend Bub dream of a better life, but they find themselves stuck in the world they seek to escape.
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The film is set in 2003 and stars Rutina Wesley and Jaylan Ragin.
2 Chainz is officially venturing into the world of cinema with the announcement of this short film, Red Clay.
The short film premiered at the Atlanta Film Festival with director Christopher Nolan Jones at the helm of affairs.
According to Variety, the short film is co-written by actor Omar Epps.
2 Chainz stated:
“I tell stories through my music, always hoping people feel empowered to overcome anything. Red Clay is an extension of that.
Atlanta is full of resilience, and bringing Nook and Bub’s story to life for everyday folks fighting to survive means everything to me. Creating this with Omar Epps was truly legendary.”
Epps said of the story, “My inspiration to write this film came from the need to unpack brutal truths and showcase the complexities of why Black and Brown communities normalize trauma.
I hope to inspire conversations that motivate people to have more grace and compassion towards one another.”
Notably, 2 Chainz has once ventured into acting with his role on the TV series BMF as well as in the 2022 film The Enforcer.
