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“The Extraordinary Journey of James and Rabeshia” is a passion project for Howard and Rabeshia. “We wanted to create a series for children of color that would break down how to make a movie for young people and were surprised to see that there are no books like this one out,” says Rabeshia. “I could have really used a series like this growing up”, says Howard.

This series is the perfect gift for the young person in your life, who dreams big but doesn’t know where to start. The goal of this book series is to provide guidance on how to create a movie from start to finish. James and Rabeshia break down each step with playful banter and organized goals. Your child will not be able to get enough of this page-turning book that makes the magic of movies accessible to all the beautiful children of all colors all over the world!!

PROJECTS

The Official Mama and Kenn Show!

THE MAMA AND KENN SHOW:

TikTok influencers, "Mama and Kenn" explode onto the TV screen, in a hilarious Comedy based on their adventures in real life. The Pilot is titled "A Picture is worth a 1000 words" as Mama and Kenn discover that posting pictures on social media can change their life for the good and for the bad.

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“Mile 19”

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What is the movie about?

“How far would YOU go to help a stranger?”

Based on a true story, Linda passes a stalled car on the side of the road. She suddenly has a premonition that tells her to help. She returns to the stranger against her friend's advice.This decision ultimately changes her life, forever.

Who are we?

Hello, my name is Howard Clay, an award winning Director/Writer/Producer, and the founder of Howard Clay Films.

Howard Clay Films is an independent film production company that creates and produces high-quality, micro-budget films and Unscripted Television Projects. Our movies encourage, uplift and depict African-Americans and other minorities in a positive light. Thus, creating strong characters and opportunities that will allow minorities to shine.

Our unscripted projects will highlight minority WOMEN, who are making their mark on the world.

#BlackPositive

This is our team's mission, our goal.

WE need to create stories, and characters that go past the stereo-types and provide images and hero's for the next generation to believe in.

WE need to create opportunities for minority actors to play roles that can get them noticed for their talent and praised for their hard work.

WE need to become supporters and financiers that get behind projects that will move our culture and other minorities, forward!

MILE 19! Why this film now?

Here’s the problem. Over the years, there has only been a small collection of positive films for the culture. Can we truly say that’s enough? Can we truly say that the films that Hollywood produces represent us as a whole? The gap of proper representation in the movie industry in the presentation, staffing, and various depictions of minorities has gone on for way too long.

While there has been immense progress since 2000, needless to say, traditional award ceremonies are still lacking in accurate minority representation, because minorities lack the roles and productions that will get them noticed. How will we bridge this gap? By creating, producing, and releasing films that fill that need.

Pre/Post-Production

WHAT IS THE MOVIE ABOUT?

Synopsis:

After a terrible tragedy while they were children, Linda and her younger brothers, Jackson and Howard, have struggled to celebrate holidays - especially Christmas. As they are finally getting a grasp on living their own lives, they receive an unexpected call that forces them to face their fear of Christmas, head on. With news about their sick mother possibly not surviving through the holidays, they must all return home and spend Christmas together as a family, for the first time in 19 years. Surrounded by family drama, trauma from their past, and the expectations of the holiday season, only a melody from heaven can heal them now.

Erica Thomas : Master Class

Howard Clay Films operates exclusively by referral and does not accept unsolicited materials or solicitations of any kind. Any such materials will be returned or destroyed at the company's discretion.

FILM CONSULTATION

TEAM

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TEAM 〰️

**CEO/HEAD OF FILM**
Schedule Appointment: https://howardclayjr.as.me/

Howard Clay Jr.

Howard is an award-winning writer, director, and Executive Producer for “King of Rhythm: The Ike Turner Story” He has also directed and produced “Mile 19”, which is available nationwide on Peacock. Currently shopping his new pilots, “The Mama and Kenn Show”, “Fit for a Queen” and “Confessions with Jeff Brown”. He also wrote the hit Musical Dramady “Melody from Heaven: A Christmas Story” which is currently in Pre-Production with an All-star Cast of RnB Singers.

"I truly believe my writing, my stories, will change the world...I truly do." ~ Howard Clay Jr.

Rabeshia Clay

Rabeshia is a film and television producer on the rise. She was recently promoted to, “Head of Television”, at Howard Clay Films.

Rabeshia was the lead producer for the Comedy Television Pilot, “The Mama and Kenn Show”, and the Reality Television Pilot, “Fit For A Queen”, both of which are being shopped to networks. She also co-created, produced, and starred in “Mile 19”, the inaugural feature film of Howard Clay Films, now streaming on Peacock.

Along with Producing TV shows, Rabeshia is also a screenwriter, has written several scripts, and has a soon-to-be-film Christmas feature of her own. Rabeshia is a proud graduate of the HBCU, Albany State University, and has her Master of Counseling from Richmont Graduate University.

“No Weapon formed against me shall prosper!” ~ Rabeshia Clay

**SENIOR ADVISOR/ 1ST ASSISTANT DIRECTOR**

D’Vante Black

D’vante Black may be new to filmmaking but he is not new to the Entertainment Industry. Mr. Black is a Grammy Nominated Mastering Engineer, Technical Engineer, Philanthropist and Socialite. Mr. Black is in charge of Music Submissions and Music Licensing for all films produced at HCFilms. He reports directly to the Head of Film.

| Shilo Lorenz

Shilo Lorenz is a passionate leader that listens with intent to genuinely understand, rather than to advance her own agenda. After graduating from Colorado State University with two degrees, Ms. Lorenz has participated in many leadership positions which have had a common thread: Customer Service. We are looking forward to her skills and professionalism as a leader with Howard Clay Films.

ANDREA PAUL

Andrea Paul was in charge of Casting for “Mile 19” and working on our Christmas Film “Melody from Heaven.” Ms. Paul supports the Head of Film and helps to identify projects that are a fit for Howard Clay Film’s slate of Movies and television.

Jeffrey Royce

Jeffrey Royce is in charge of Media inquiries and Marketing Strategy for HCFilms. Mr. Royce brings with him over 20 years of Managerial experience and will bring a level of leadership that is welcomed at HCFilms. He reports directly to the Head of Film.

INTERN FOR FILM

Keshia “KEY” B.

Keshia supports both the President and the Head of Film as an intern. She is a Los Angeles native and hopes to write and director her own movie in the near future.

THE INDIVIDUALS LISTED ABOVE ARE THE ONLY PEOPLE AUTHORIZED TO REPRESENT “HOWARD CLAY FILMS LLC”.
If you have any questions please email us at info@howardclayfilms.com

Howard Clay’s Director Reel 2021

Howard Clay Films

is an independent film production company that creates and produces high-quality, micro-budget films and unscripted television projects. Our movies and shows encourage, uplift, and depict African-Americans and other minorities in a positive light. Thus, creating strong characters, stories, and opportunities that will allow minorities to shine.

Our unscripted projects will highlight minority WOMEN who are making their mark on the world.