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"LOYALTY", a film produced by Christina Cooper (taking place in South Central Los Angeles)

The film "Loyalty" was written & produced by actress & model Christina Cooper. She will also be directing the film alongside Steven Alan Davis. Christina wanted to create a story that expresses the issues that occur in the hood and in the streets of South Los Angeles. This first film was actually inspired by true events that Christina actually witnessed, of course with a twist to it.

The film follows a character named Davonte through the unforgiving streets of South Los Angeles & his bestfriend Rex influences Davonte into trouble along the way. At the end of the film he realizes who he can really trust and Davonte's girlfriend Bria realizes what loyalty means to her as well. The film has a mix of emotions and a few comedic moments. Christina expects to have a sequel to this film as well. We can't wait!

"LOYALTY" film CREDITS

Directors:

Christina Cooper

Steven Alan Davis

Producer/Writer: Christina Cooper

Main cast:

Jamal R. Henderson plays DAVONTE

Chris Massey plays LAMAR

Christina Cooper plays BRIA

Patrick Cloud plays REX

Viandra Dunn plays SIERRA

Dawn Raven plays ALLISON

Byron Haskins plays KESEAN

Carlene Corsey plays MAMA DEE

Tamera Kissen plays JESSICA

Kyle Lewis plays EJ

Cinematographer: Stevie Murrell

Script Advisor: Jennifer Cooper

1st AD: Kimisha Gill

Bts photographer: Patrick Hamilton

Bts videographer: Joshua Rieger

Production assistant: Kimisha Gill

Set production: Ray Choi

Boom OP: Alex Goens

Key make up: Julie Jules

Wardrobe: Shatora Irby

Hairstylist: Anne Guerrier

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