Laurieann Gibson: Beyond the Spotlight

A musical set in the North-American city of Nacirema Falls, in the country of Nacirema, which black LGBT people rule, promoting and conducting white racism and "straightphobia". When Nolan Renner falls in love with a waitress at a diner, he gets into trouble.

Using never-before-seen archival footage, personal photos, first-person narratives, and cutting-edge, mouth-watering food cinematography, the film traces Julia Child's surprising path, from her struggles to create and publish the revolutionary Mastering the Art of French Cooking (1961) which has sold more than 2.5 million copies to date, to her empowering story of a woman who found fame in her 50s, and her calling as an unlikely television sensation.

I'm Still Here is a portrayal of a tumultuous year in the life of actor Joaquin Phoenix. With remarkable access, the film follows the Oscar-nominee as he announces his retirement from a successful film career in the fall of 2008 and sets off to reinvent himself as a hip-hop musician. The film is a portrait of an artist at a crossroads and explores notions of courage and creative reinvention, as well as the ramifications of a life spent in the public eye.

In the Lifetime® movie, THE FANTASIA BARRINO STORY: LIFE IS NOT A FAIRYTALE, a single teenage mother overcomes all odds - sexual abuse, poverty and illiteracy - by relying on her spectacular singing voice. She ultimately gains national prominence as the winner of a hit talent show. Fantasia Barrino plays herself in this modern true Cinderella story. Also starring Loretta Devine, Kadeem Hardison and Viola Davis.

Snobbish attorney Charles 'Beauty' Steele loses his wife due to his drinking and his airs at the same time that his brother-in-law absconds with funds belonging to one of Steele's clients. In search of the thief, Steele is attacked and left for dead. He is rescued by a kindly couple, but suffers from amnesia.

The first authorized biography of Christopher Wallace, allowing Christopher to narrate his own life story. Using archival footage and previously unknown audio to tell the story along with interviews with those that knew him the best.

An outdoorsy fitness expert at a luxury wellness retreat must whip a bad-boy movie star into shape before shooting begins on his next action film.

A high-energy romantic comedy that follows three bachelors, speeding through life and scheming on women. When it comes to the opposite sex, it’s about the “chase” and “finish line.” Dog (Chico Benymon, Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story) and Beaver (Leonard Robinson, TV’s Nick Cannon Presents: Wild ‘N Out) spend their last dime on a nightclub, while Too Cool (Wesley Jonathan, Roll Bounce) devises the ultimate scheme to get women and money – SPEED-DATING!

Separating herself from Philly’s dangerous scene while still mourning from the death of Quadir, Gena has reinvented herself as a journalist, living and working in NYC. At a crossroads in her career, Gena comes across an opportunity to go to LA , and decides to use the time to find herself. Although Gena is far from home, her life in Philly seems to always make an appearance. Someone with ties to Quadir has hijacked Jerrell’s shipment causing him to hit the streets on a crusade to find out who. Jerrell is determined to get paid by any means necessary and he'll start with Gena.

Four men learn that pulling one over on a gangster is both rewarding and potentially suicidal in this urban action-thriller. Hen (Ryan Combs) is a small-time crook who has just gotten out of jail and isn't interested in going back any time soon

This documentary follows Martha Clarke's creative process for a year as she finds her own voice as a choreographer following her departure from Pilobolus Dance Theater.

Honey Daniels dreams of making a name for herself as a hip-hop choreographer. When she's not busy hitting downtown clubs with her friends, she teaches dance classes at a nearby community center in Harlem, N.Y., as a way to keep kids off the streets. Honey thinks she's hit the jackpot when she meets a hotshot director casts her in one of his music videos. But, when he starts demanding sexual favors from her, Honey makes a decision that will change her life.

In Chain, actual malls, theme parks, hotels and corporate centers worldwide are joined into a monolithic “superlandscape” that shapes and circumscribes the lives of two women. One is a businesswoman researching the international theme park industry for her company. The other is a young drifter, illegally living and occasionally working in a shopping mall.

Soul Kittens Cabaret follows seven women on their journey to self-discovery as they struggle with temptation, personal demons and false promises.

A behind-the-scenes look into the making of the new feature film “The Color Purple,” and the impact the story has had on our culture. Oprah Winfrey takes viewers inside the four-decade phenomenon, exploring the importance of the novel, films and musical, and the ever-evolving conversation around this seminal work.

Like their famous sister Toni Braxton, Traci, Towanda, Trina and Tamar were all blessed with the gift of song and shared that gift as a group called "The Braxtons," managed by their mom Evelyn. Now, after battling debilitating illnesses that left her out of the spotlight, Toni Braxton is now fighting her way back to the top. She enlists the help of her sisters, but the drama they bring proves to be too much at times.

Celebrities compete to lose weight and get in shape. The celebrities take part in a range of physical and motivational activities designed to shed pounds, increase team spirit, and win prizes. In the end, they face the scales at a weigh-in ceremony where they are individually weighed in by a panel of experts.

Daryl Hall certainly has a passion for music, having produced hit after hit as the co-founder and lead vocalist of the pop-rock group Hall & Oates. His creative side doesn't end there; however, for years Hall has stoked his love of vintage architecture by buying historic homes and restoring them to their original style. Rocker turned-renovator Daryl Hall is putting down his guitar and picking up a hammer on his mission to restore a quaint 18th century home in Sherman, CT. According to local legend, the house was owned by a widowed sea captain and hasn't been touched in decades. Combining Daryl's love of history and vintage architecture, he and his team of craftsman will have this one-bedroom cottage singing with 1780s charm by the time they’re finished.

Follow Tamar Braxton and husband Vincent Herbert as they navigate their hectic lives, from Tamar’s solo album to Vince’s busy career as a successful music producer.

The Real is an American talk show that is hosted by Tamar Braxton, Loni Love, Adrienne Bailon, Jeannie Mai and Tamera Mowry-Housley. The series debuted on July 15, 2013, and airs in seven Fox owned markets: New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Phoenix, Houston and Tampa. The Real completed its four week summer in 2013. If approved by Fox, the series will receive a nationwide syndicated launch in 2014. In 2016, it was announced that Tamar Braxton would depart from the series due to her deciding to focus on her music career and to still be on Braxton Family Values.

With her razor sharp business sense and an eye for spotting diamonds in the rough, estate sale guru Cari Cucksey combs through her clients' basements, attics and garages in search of hidden treasure. And once she and her team have organized and priced the entire contents of the home, they hold an estate sale right on the premises. From antique furniture and vintage toys to retro electronics and rare cars, there's something for everyone, and everything must go!

"Droned" follows Pigeon Vision, a Fort Lauderdale based, family owned, aerial filming and drone customization company, whose business gives them access to innovative technology, high end celebrity clients, and travel adventures to amazing locales. The docu-series follows the eccentric, adrenaline junkie team, as they bring tomorrow's drone technology to use today. Each episode showcases Pigeon Vision tackling a client's challenging project, breathtaking highlights from each beautiful destination, and unique recreational activities. The projects regularly focus on using the latest drones, customizing to meet a request and filming aerial footage from challenging physical locations.

Antonio Ballatore, his project manager Grace, and his right hand-dog, Chewie the bulldog, along with a team of Catsperts and Barkitects, transform drab, cramped homes and outside areas into functional, high-style spaces for both pets and the people they love. Antonio's excitement for both design and animals drive him to go the extra mile for his clients and their four-legged, winged, and scaly friends. The newly designed spaces, renovated specifically for the homeowners and their pets, feature design elements that alter homes to become creative and purposeful spaces for all to enjoy. This season, viewers will see a cabin redesign for a family and their blind dog; a complete backyard renovation featuring a pet-safe fire-pit; a man-cave that can accommodate 20 pets; and a room design complete with a soaring sculptural cat climbing wall, among other design transformations.

Explore the intimate lives of some of today's most notable personalities. The 10-episode semi-autobiographical series gives unprecedented access to stars including Tiffany Haddish, LaLa Anthony, Tamar Braxton, Charlemagne Da God, Le'Andria Johnson, NeNe Leakes, Nia Long, Rick Ross and Snoop Dogg as they personally reveal their own stories, in their own words, in the places where their stories unfolded.

Follow innovative builders as they crisscross the country transforming shipping containers into luxurious and creative homes for discerning clients. Give up your idea of traditional design and start thinking inside the box!

A singing competition where celebrities compete with each other but with one particularity: their identity is hidden by full masks. The British adaptation of the worldwide hit.

Tamar Braxton is teaming up with celebrity hairstylist Johnny Wright to help disgruntled clients confront the beauticians who wrecked their hair. In each episode, the duo will use a sting operation to catch the stylists before Wright puts them through a rigorous boot camp. Armed with new techniques for proper hair care, the stylists will then get a chance to redeem themselves.

This series follows the daily life of a workshop in Guadalajara responsible for transforming vehicles in the most unusual ways possible. Martín Vaca is a dreamer who does everything to materialize the creative ideas of his clients.

Three famous, single women are guided by Hollywood power couple Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete through the ups and downs of dating 21 confident and successful prospective suitors while developing a sisterhood supporting each other on their quests to find a King fit for a Queen.

Erick Quintana and his team at Limos By Moonlight transform cars into luxury limousines that are sold worldwide. With the help of his team comprised of his dad Jaime, right-hand man Jesus, creative seamstress Paola, and vivacious assistant Vivian - these guys and all the other employees, turn regular cars into works of stretched metal art on wheels.