Residue (2020)

A young filmmaker returns home after many years away, to write a script about his childhood, only to find his neighborhood unrecognizable and his childhood friends being scattered to the wind.

Director:

Merawi Gerima

Writer:

Merawi Gerima

Stars:

Obinna Nwachukwu, Dennis Lindsey, Taline Stewart

2 wins & 4 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Obinna Nwachukwu	...	Jay
Dennis Lindsey	...	Delonte
Taline Stewart	...	Blue
Derron Scott	...	Mike (as Derron 'Rizo' Scott)
Jamal Graham	...	Dion
JaCari Dye	...	Jay
Julian Selman	...	Demetrius
Melody A. Tally	...	Lavonne
Ramon Thompson	...	Reggie
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Mark Ankrah	...	Arresting Officer 2
Abasi Irekefe Bomani	...	Chasing Officer 3
Go-Go Bouncey	...	Drum Teacher
Jamie Burroghs	...	Brunch Gentrifier 3
Nile Calhoun	...	Joe from DC
Carlton	...	Q St Neighbor 1

Storyline

A young filmmaker returns home after many years away, to write a script about his childhood, only to find his neighborhood unrecognizable and his childhood friends being scattered to the wind.

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Plot Keywords:

black | gentrification | washington d.c. | gun shot | use of the n word | 

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Genres:

Drama

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User Reviews

Darkness

I was attracted by the authenticity of the film. The language was the way black people talk. The behavior and culture ditto.Obina Nwachukwu is believable.

Details

Official Sites:

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

24 January 2020 (USA)

Also Known As:

Residue

Filming Locations:

Washington, DC

Company Credits

Production Co:

Residue DC

Technical Specs

Runtime:

90 min

Color:

Color Color (HD)