ABOUT HOW I LEARNED TO FLY, IN THEATERS DECEMBER 1ST

In HOW I LEARNED TO FLY, the feature film debut from writer/director Simon Steuri, two African-American teenage brothers suddenly find themselves on their own after being mysteriously abandoned by their parents. Deeply haunted by the mental and physical abuse inflicted by their father (Wu-Tang Clan's Cliff "Method Man" Smith), elder brother Daniel (Scribner) is determined to keep their lives from falling apart. He maintains a daily routine, works as a dishwasher and does his best to keep a roof over their heads. Younger brother Eli (Lonnie Chavis, NBC's This Is Us) struggles to cope with the absence of his mother, leaving her voicemail messages in search of answers. Embarking on a journey of survival and self-discovery, they uncover moments of beauty, newfound meaning and enduring love that strengthen their bond despite the uncertain road ahead. Featuring supporting performances by Cedric the Entertainer and Michele Selene Ang, HOW I LEARNED TO FLY, is a poignant story of determination and resilience in the face of profound adversity. The film opens exclusively in theaters in major markets on December 1, 2023.

Here's the trailer:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xsIm7L3pyo

ABOUT MARCUS SCRIBNER

Marcus is most notable for playing Anthony Anderson's son 'Andre Jr.' on ABC-TV's Black-ish, alongside Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross. Earlier this year and after four consecutive nominations, Marcus scored the NAACP Image Award in the category of 'Outstanding Supporting Actor' for his work on Black-ish. Marcus is carrying on his role of 'Andre Jr.' in the Freeform spinoff of the series, Grown-ish.

Marcus can next be found in the Daniel Goldhaber directed feature and TIFF 2022 participant How To Blow Up a Pipeline alongside Lukas Gage and distributed by Neon, which released in theaters to raving reviews.

Marcus is also featured in Netflix's feature film Along for the Ride, written by Sofia Alvarez, alongside Kate Bosworth and Emma Pasarow. Marcus also starred in the independent drama feature How I Learned to Fly, directed by auteur Simon Steuri opposite Lonnie Chavis, Cedric the Entertainer and Cliff 'Method Man' Smith.

Marcus can currently be seen in the IFC drama, Farewell Amor directed by rising filmmaker Ekwa Msangi, which premiered at Sundance 2020, opposite Jayme Lawson, the dark YA thriller Confessional, and Awesomeness produced teen comedy, The F**k it List. Aside from his on-screen work, Marcus is an amazing voiceover actor. Most recently starring as 'Bow' in the animated award-winning hit series, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power for Dreamworks/Netflix as well as the role of 'Buck' in Pixar's The Good Dinosaur.

ABOUT HOW I LEARNED TO FLY, IN THEATERS DECEMBER 1ST
In HOW I LEARNED TO FLY, the feature film debut from writer/director Simon Steuri, two African-American teenage brothers suddenly find themselves on their own after being mysteriously abandoned by their parents. Deeply haunted by the mental and physical abuse inflicted by their father (Wu-Tang Clan's Cliff "Method Man" Smith), elder brother Daniel (Scribner) is determined to keep their lives from falling apart. He maintains a daily routine, works as a dishwasher and does his best to keep a roof over their heads. Younger brother Eli (Lonnie Chavis, NBC's This Is Us) struggles to cope with the absence of his mother, leaving her voicemail messages in search of answers. Embarking on a journey of survival and self-discovery, they uncover moments of beauty, newfound meaning and enduring love that strengthen their bond despite the uncertain road ahead. Featuring supporting performances by Cedric the Entertainer and Michele Selene Ang, HOW I LEARNED TO FLY, is a poignant story of determination and resilience in the face of profound adversity. The film opens exclusively in theaters in major markets on December 1, 2023.
Here's the trailer:
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ABOUT MARCUS SCRIBNER
Marcus is most notable for playing Anthony Anderson's son 'Andre Jr.' on ABC-TV's Black-ish, alongside Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross. Earlier this year and after four consecutive nominations, Marcus scored the NAACP Image Award in the category of 'Outstanding Supporting Actor' for his work on Black-ish. Marcus is carrying on his role of 'Andre Jr.' in the Freeform spinoff of the series, Grown-ish.
Marcus can next be found in the Daniel Goldhaber directed feature and TIFF 2022 participant How To Blow Up a Pipeline alongside Lukas Gage and distributed by Neon, which released in theaters to raving reviews.
Marcus is also featured in Netflix's feature film Along for the Ride, written by Sofia Alvarez, alongside Kate Bosworth and Emma Pasarow. Marcus also starred in the independent drama feature How I Learned to Fly, directed by auteur Simon Steuri opposite Lonnie Chavis, Cedric the Entertainer and Cliff 'Method Man' Smith.
Marcus can currently be seen in the IFC drama, Farewell Amor directed by rising filmmaker Ekwa Msangi, which premiered at Sundance 2020, opposite Jayme Lawson, the dark YA thriller Confessional, and Awesomeness produced teen comedy, The F**k it List. Aside from his on-screen work, Marcus is an amazing voiceover actor. Most recently starring as 'Bow' in the animated award-winning hit series, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power for Dreamworks/Netflix as well as the role of 'Buck' in Pixar's The Good Dinosaur.

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From a humble start in a San Antonio barbershop, Shemaiah’s journey has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,000 interviews with a diverse array of guests—celebrities, CEOs, community leaders, and everyday people with extraordinary stories. Each episode offers a blend of faith, personal growth, perseverance, and hope, fostering a space where listeners can find clarity and rediscover their purpose.

Whether you’re seeking inspiration, innovative ideas, or a moment of peace in a busy world, "I Am Refocused Radio" invites you to refocus your mind and embrace a life aligned with meaning and authenticity. Tune in to join this global community and hear the stories that connect us all.

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