For Immediate Release
New York, April 10th 2013
Ving Rhames, Steven Segal and DMX to join up in a mobsterfested, action loaded film – ‘Blame it On the Hustle’ underway this summer.
It is two years into the 20th anniversary of New Jack City, and those hungry for something that hits as hard are in for a treat. In late 2012 the clamor reached a fevered pitch, prompted by rumors about a BMF bio pic. What stirred the notion?
Outlets like Global Grind and Jet Magazine helped; along with internet chatter about a movie to be called ‘Blame It on the Hustle’. The fever spread, as the news teased there’d be a hot ensemble to entice us into action including: DMX, Ving Rhames, Mekhi Phifer, Bokeem Woodbine, Armon Assaunte, Jim Jones, even Waka Flocka – who has been hinted at appearing in what would be his first acting role.
When it comes to action, audiences have seldom been disappointed by cinema vet Ving Rhames. From getting medieval on ‘em in ‘Pulp Fiction’ to greeting the freshly risen dead in the 2012 Sci-fi ‘Zombie Apocalypse’ – he can always hit his mark. Heading up the stellar ensemble, Rhames will play Bigga Pearl in a story that reveals the inside of the first Urban Crime Syndicate set in present day New York.
Joining him will be an onscreen reunion for DMX (amid rumors of a Ruff Ryders reunion) and Steven Segal. Alongside the skills of Mekhi Phifer and the ever powerful presence of Bokeem Woodbine; viewers won’t be lacking seasoned performances. Gbenga Akinnagbe, Nicole Ari Parker and Dame Grease are also involved with the project.
The story revolves around the ‘The Hit Boyz’ - a group of young men contracted by the Italian Mafia to take out the various crime families who have managed to get a stronghold on organized crime. The conflict of the movie is based on what results from the love of money, greed and the effect of double crossing the mafia. The film also emphasizes how the negativity takes a good thing and turns it bad, while highlighting the intricacies of the related men and their families
If the internet buzz is any indication, ‘Blame it on the Hustle’ will be that one highly anticipated film that gives the punch that New Jack City did – action packed, a hot cast, with a powerful soundtrack – all elements the independent production team BIOTH, LLC promises to deliver. There is a reason the filmmakers are so dedicated to making a successful film; it documents their lives and how they shot to fame. It also takes us along the fall.
Set for a 2014 release, the production is heavily underway and waiting moviegoers won’t be disappointed with an outstanding high profile cast, helmed by a multiple Emmy award winning Cuban director; Agustin.
Blame it on the Hustle; LLC comprises an independent company of executive producers and film financiers. Production members bring over 35 years of combined industry experience, having successfully engendered projects from music to film and television. They bring impressive and dynamic relationships with renowned talents.
The film’s campaign will be spearheaded by the Tara Thomas Agency, along with PGWW Media, Double XXposure Media Relations, and budding media source Rants of Steele.
About Tara Thomas Agency:
Tara Thomas founded the agency after years of honing research and contacts within the entertainment industry. Building relationships over several years with acclaimed artists, she added momentum to the agency’s growth. While managing Miami based rapper JT Money for two years her circle expanded to include renowned figures such as Tony Mercedes and Damon Blackman. The agency is currently in development on new projects with the great Debra Antney.
Media Contact: Tara Thomas Agency
Name: Tara Thomas
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Email: tarathomas@tarathomasagency.com
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