Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Astromancer]

It started with "Six Degrees Of Seperation" in my humble opinion...

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:  how long before his rep has grown enough to do that?

-- Original message -- 
From: Astromancer 
I think Smith has done his research and knows what we know about the market. He 
is a smart man, so he is going to put his money into what sells...maybe later, 
if he has such a mind to do so, he'll do the films you talk about...By then, 
his reputation alone will pull the audience he need for success...The Happyness 
film is a quasi-example of that...

"Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" wrote: Keith: 

I decide to read what I missed before on Smith's Profile on Internet 
Movie Database and I saw that the man has really stepped up his activity 
as a producer in recent years. In addition to Hancock, he has eight 
flicks in various stages of production. With just a cursory glance, 
none look like they are Black or Black love, but some look interesting. 
Just some food for thought.. All of your points are valid, but there is 
one thing I do not get the impression that you have considered. "Black 
on Black love in film does not even a high profile topic within the 
Black community or among Blacks in the entertainment industry. I guess 
I'm saying that for years people have been saying that there are no 
positive Black stories in Hollywood and a few people took some risks and 
we are starting to see these stories. We had to hear it or a long time 
before there was noticeable movement in that area. With two biopics, I 
would include Smith among those people who is seeking to address that 
issue. I also wonder if most African Americans feel that niche is 
being filled with the Black films we see that barely make it to the big 
screen.

I do not see the same type of push in Holly weird (even among Blacks) 
for that type of story. I could be way off base. Is it true, do Black 
in Hollywood not really push for the Black on Black thing? Speaking of 
that..it just hit me...with the exception of McMillan adaptations, 
Angela Bassett is always paired with a white male. I take that back, 
she had a non-existent relationship with the Black guy on Alias. I say 
non-existent, because you did not know about it until they were deep 
into it. Please note: I was moving out of the country at the time, so 
it is possible I missed some episodes that covered when they were 
getting together. If that is the case please let me know

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco >
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street > 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.

Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[KeithBJohnson]

how long before his rep has grown enough to do that?

-- Original message -- 
From: Astromancer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
I think Smith has done his research and knows what we know about the market. He 
is a smart man, so he is going to put his money into what sells...maybe later, 
if he has such a mind to do so, he'll do the films you talk about...By then, 
his reputation alone will pull the audience he need for success...The Happyness 
film is a quasi-example of that...

"Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: 
Keith: 

I decide to read what I missed before on Smith's Profile on Internet 
Movie Database and I saw that the man has really stepped up his activity 
as a producer in recent years. In addition to Hancock, he has eight 
flicks in various stages of production. With just a cursory glance, 
none look like they are Black or Black love, but some look interesting. 
Just some food for thought.. All of your points are valid, but there is 
one thing I do not get the impression that you have considered. "Black 
on Black love in film does not even a high profile topic within the 
Black community or among Blacks in the entertainment industry. I guess 
I'm saying that for years people have been saying that there are no 
positive Black stories in Hollywood and a few people took some risks and 
we are starting to see these stories. We had to hear it or a long time 
before there was noticeable movement in that area. With two biopics, I 
would include Smith among those people who is seeking to address that 
issue. I also wonder if most African Americans feel that niche is 
being filled with the Black films we see that barely make it to the big 
screen.

I do not see the same type of push in Holly weird (even among Blacks) 
for that type of story. I could be way off base. Is it true, do Black 
in Hollywood not really push for the Black on Black thing? Speaking of 
that..it just hit me...with the exception of McMillan adaptations, 
Angela Bassett is always paired with a white male. I take that back, 
she had a non-existent relationship with the Black guy on Alias. I say 
non-existent, because you did not know about it until they were deep 
into it. Please note: I was moving out of the country at the time, so 
it is possible I missed some episodes that covered when they were 
getting together. If that is the case please let me know

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe rou

RE: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

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the
studios. 

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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Astromancer]

I think Smith has done his research and knows what we know about the market. He 
is a smart man, so he is going to put his money into what sells...maybe later, 
if he has such a mind to do so, he'll do the films you talk about...By then, 
his reputation alone will pull the audience he need for success...The Happyness 
film is a quasi-example of that...

"Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  
Keith: 

I decide to read what I missed before on Smith's Profile on Internet 
Movie Database and I saw that the man has really stepped up his activity 
as a producer in recent years. In addition to Hancock, he has eight 
flicks in various stages of production. With just a cursory glance, 
none look like they are Black or Black love, but some look interesting. 
Just some food for thought.. All of your points are valid, but there is 
one thing I do not get the impression that you have considered. "Black 
on Black love in film does not even a high profile topic within the 
Black community or among Blacks in the entertainment industry. I guess 
I'm saying that for years people have been saying that there are no 
positive Black stories in Hollywood and a few people took some risks and 
we are starting to see these stories. We had to hear it or a long time 
before there was noticeable movement in that area. With two biopics, I 
would include Smith among those people who is seeking to address that 
issue. I also wonder if most African Americans feel that niche is 
being filled with the Black films we see that barely make it to the big 
screen.

I do not see the same type of push in Holly weird (even among Blacks) 
for that type of story. I could be way off base. Is it true, do Black 
in Hollywood not really push for the Black on Black thing? Speaking of 
that..it just hit me...with the exception of McMillan adaptations, 
Angela Bassett is always paired with a white male. I take that back, 
she had a non-existent relationship with the Black guy on Alias. I say 
non-existent, because you did not know about it until they were deep 
into it. Please note: I was moving out of the country at the time, so 
it is possible I missed some episodes that covered when they were 
getting together. If that is the case please let me know

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to th

RE: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Astromancer]

(whispering close to the screen after shutting study room doors) It aint just 
Baltimore women...

Reece Jennings <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  Tracey said: Personally, I'd 
be more afraid of pissin off Jada than the
studios. 

I gotta agree. My ex is from Baltimore, too. Sweet woman, but do NOT piss
her off!
Baltimore women know stuff...*shivering and looking over shoulder*

Maurice Jennings
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From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
Behalf Of Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)
Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 2:21 AM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

OK, my line is next. What did I say? I still think he is more focused 
on biopics. But it does make you wonder more about why he caved. 
Personally, I'd be more afraid of pissin off Jada than the studios. 
Perhaps she agreed with his decision.

KeithBJohnson@ <mailto:KeithBJohnson%40comcast.net> comcast.net wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:ironpigs3%40yahoo.com> com
<mailto:ironpigs3%40yahoo.com>>
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>
aladvantage.com 
> <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>> wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com> gmail.com 
> <mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com>
> > > <mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com>> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com 
> <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com>
> > <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com 
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Astromancer]

Because that's how he pulled in well over a hundred million...

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:  Well, that brings us full circle back to my 
question: why does a man who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up 
front salary in the last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman 
as his love interest in a film?

-- Original message -- 
From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
this point.

This is from the IMDB:

"Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
years there, his production company is called Overbrook
Entertainment."

The company produce the following movies:

Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
Happiness.

Bosco
--- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> reason 
> (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> 
> does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> 
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> to
> > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> want,
> > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> something
> > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> >
> > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> Luck) or
> > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> believed
> > in, so they made them happen.
> >
> > Maybe when his kids are older.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
> > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > > wrote:
> > >
> > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to 
> > corporate.
> > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> that 
> > has a
> > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> with a 
> > Gab.
> > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> guess 
> > cause
> > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> a love
> > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> maybe he
> > > will
> > > shock us all
> > >
> >
> > -- 
> > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com
> 
> >
> > 
> 
> 
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> 
> 

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You know these things that happen,
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Astromancer]

Yes, I know...Or it simply might be suppression...

"Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  
you know.. I'm getting up there in age. Will Smith knowledge is the 
first to go.

Astromancer wrote:
>
> You're a Philly girl in Washington State...we understand...
>
> "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote: I Forgot That. 
> You'd think being a Philly girl , that is something I
> would have remembered
>
> Bosco Bosco wrote:
> >
> > Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> > Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> > this point.
> >
> > This is from the IMDB:
> >
> > "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> > include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> > Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> > years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> > Entertainment."
> >
> > The company produce the following movies:
> >
> > Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> > Happiness.
> >
> > Bosco
> > --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > wrote:
> >
> > > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > > reason
> > > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> > >
> > > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> > >
> > > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > > >
> > > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > > to
> > > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > > want,
> > > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > > something
> > > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > > >
> > > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > > Luck) or
> > > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > > believed
> > > > in, so they made them happen.
> > > >
> > > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > > >
> > > > JJ Mohareb
> > > >
> > > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > 
> > > > > wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > > corporate.
> > > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > > that
> > > > has a
> > > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > > with a
> > > > Gab.
> > > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > > guess
> > > > cause
> > > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > > a love
> > > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > > maybe he
> > > > > will
> > > > > shock us all
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> > >
> > >
> >
> > I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> > I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
> >
> > You know these things that happen,
> > That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> > And I can't help but wonder,
> > Don't ya know it coulda been me.
> >
> > __
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> >
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>
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>
> "Akin, but no matter what you think, I am concerned for your life, so 
> I'll only say this once; if you talk too much or ask too many 
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> you really, really don't want to get them interested." - The Side 
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RE: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Reece Jennings]

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From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
Behalf Of Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)
Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 2:00 AM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith



you know.. I'm getting up there in age. Will Smith knowledge is the 
first to go.

Astromancer wrote:
>
> You're a Philly girl in Washington State...we understand...
>
> "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>
aladvantage.com 
> <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>> wrote: I Forgot That. 
> You'd think being a Philly girl , that is something I
> would have remembered
>
> Bosco Bosco wrote:
> >
> > Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> > Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> > this point.
> >
> > This is from the IMDB:
> >
> > "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> > include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> > Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> > years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> > Entertainment."
> >
> > The company produce the following movies:
> >
> > Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> > Happiness.
> >
> > Bosco
> > --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>
aladvantage.com 
> <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>
> > <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>> wrote:
> >
> > > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > > reason
> > > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> > >
> > > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> > >
> > > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > > >
> > > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > > to
> > > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > > want,
> > > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > > something
> > > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > > >
> > > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > > Luck) or
> > > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > > believed
> > > > in, so they made them happen.
> > > >
> > > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > > >
> > > > JJ Mohareb
> > > >
> > > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com> gmail.com 
> <mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com>
> > <mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com>
> > > > <mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com>> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > > corporate.
> > > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > > that
> > > > has a
> > > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > > with a
> > > > Gab.
> > > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > > guess
> > > > cause
> > > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > > a love
> > > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > > maybe he
> > > > > will
> > > > > shock us all
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > > http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com 
> <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com>
> > <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com 
> <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com>>
> > > <http://thebitterguy 

Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[KeithBJohnson]

Yeah and "Brown Sugar", and "Two Can Play That Game", and others.

I guess i can't expect Smith to risk all on a Black female as a love interest 
when he wouldn't do "Bamboozled" 

Still think it's sad, a missed opportunity to make a positive statement about 
blacks to whites--and to blacks--and about himself. But hey, his life... I say 
again, it's why i support the likes of Tyler Perry as much as possible.

-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
I feel ya. Love "Love Jones" Need more of that. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> i guess i just feel Black people who make it have an obligation to 
> show the world all aspects of our people, and one that's rarely shown 
> in Hollywood films is Black-on-Black love. If he'd never done a 
> romance, i'd be fine, but i still find it offensive his only romantic 
> comedy wasn't with a sister. but that's just me, confused in a world 
> where black-on-black love is a bad thing at the box office. it's his 
> business, like i said, there's always "Love Jones"
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> As I said, I can not tell what his agenda is. Maybe it is just to make
> money. I read once that he was interested in politics. I see
> Happyness, Ali, and Bagger Vance as attempts to get serious, but he does
> not do this type of work often . What I would say, is that I do not
> think romance is a genre that all actors are interested in focusing on.
> Romance do not draw as many Oscars or do they make as many
> blockbusters. These are two things we know he is interested in. So,
> why would you expect him to put it above his obvious interest in
> biopics. Something else you should consider is that he has never taken
> on the producer role yet. For some reason Will Smith and romance seem
> important to you. Why specifically him, when he is not even putting on
> the director's or producer's hat like others.
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]  wrote:
> >
> > i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how
> > much more profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and
> > actresses, once they've reached a certain level, start doing the
> > alternation bit: make a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for
> > the love of the craft and an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been
> > doing that for years. He'd make something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent
> > Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War".
> > Smith has been pulling twenty plus million a picture for several years
> > now. Surely he can test the waters and do something as revolutionary
> > as make a love story with a black woman
> >
> > -- Original message --
> > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > >
> > Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the
> > case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I
> > honestly can not tell what his agenda is.
> >
> > [EMAIL PROTECTED]  
>  wrote:
> > >
> > > yeah, yeah! :(
> > >
> > > -- Original message --
> > > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > 
> > > >
> > > It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> > > be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> > > romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> > > that on a blockbuster.
> > >
> > > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> > > >
> > > > His first Superhero flick.
> > > >
> > > > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > > >  
> >  >
> > >  
> >   > > >
> > > > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  

Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[KeithBJohnson]

well, Jada tried really hard to get him to do "Bamboozled" but he refused. I 
saw an interview where she straight out said Will should have done it, that he 
shouldn't have been so careful of ticking off certain people in Hollywood.

-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
OK, my line is next. What did I say? I still think he is more focused 
on biopics. But it does make you wonder more about why he caved. 
Personally, I'd be more afraid of pissin off Jada than the studios. 
Perhaps she agreed with his decision.

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
>
> I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
>
> You know these things that happen,
> That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> And I can't help but wonder,
> Don't ya know it coulda been me.
>
> __
> Be a better friend, newshound, and
> know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. 
> http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ 
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>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
> 

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RE: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Reece Jennings]

Tracey said:  Personally, I'd be more afraid of pissin off Jada than the
studios. 

I gotta agree.  My ex is from Baltimore, too.  Sweet woman, but do NOT piss
her off!
Baltimore women know stuff...*shivering and looking over shoulder*
 
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From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
Behalf Of Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)
Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 2:21 AM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith



OK, my line is next. What did I say? I still think he is more focused 
on biopics. But it does make you wonder more about why he caved. 
Personally, I'd be more afraid of pissin off Jada than the studios. 
Perhaps she agreed with his decision.

KeithBJohnson@ <mailto:KeithBJohnson%40comcast.net> comcast.net wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:ironpigs3%40yahoo.com> com
<mailto:ironpigs3%40yahoo.com>>
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>
aladvantage.com 
> <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>> wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com> gmail.com 
> <mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com>
> > > <mailto:streetforce1%40gmail.com>> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com 
> <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com>
> > <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com 
> <http://thebitterguy <http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com>
.livejournal.com>>
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > [No

Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

Keith: 

I decide to read what I missed before on Smith's Profile on Internet 
Movie Database and I saw that the man has really stepped up his activity 
as a producer in recent years.  In addition to Hancock, he has eight 
flicks in various stages of production.  With just a cursory glance, 
none look like they are Black or Black love, but some look interesting.  
Just some food for thought.. All of your points are valid, but there is 
one thing I do not get the impression that you have considered.  "Black 
on Black love in film does not  even a high profile topic within the 
Black community or among Blacks in the entertainment industry.  I guess 
I'm saying that for years people have been saying that there are no 
positive Black stories in Hollywood and a few people took some risks and 
we are starting to see these stories.  We had to hear it or a long time 
before there was noticeable movement in that area.  With two biopics, I 
would include Smith among those people who is seeking to address that 
issue.I also wonder if most African Americans feel that niche is 
being filled with the Black films we see that barely make it to the big 
screen.

I do not see the same type of push in Holly weird   (even among Blacks) 
for that type of story.   I could be way off base.  Is it true, do Black 
in Hollywood not really push for the Black on Black thing? Speaking of 
that..it just hit me...with the exception of McMillan adaptations, 
Angela Bassett is always paired with a white male.  I take that back, 
she had a non-existent relationship with the Black guy on Alias.  I say 
non-existent, because you did not know about it until they were deep 
into it.  Please note:  I was moving out of the country at the time, so 
it is possible I missed some episodes that covered when they were 
getting together.  If that is the case please let me know

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
>
> I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
>
> You know these things that happen,
>

Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

OK, my line is next.  What did I say?  I still think he is more focused 
on biopics.  But it does make you wonder more about why he caved.  
Personally, I'd be more afraid of pissin off Jada than the studios.  
Perhaps she agreed with his decision.

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man 
> who's pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the 
> last few years not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his 
> love interest in a film?
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED] >
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
>
> I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
>
> You know these things that happen,
> That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> And I can't help but wonder,
> Don't ya know it coulda been me.
>
> __
> Be a better friend, newshound, and
> know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. 
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

Not that this has anything to do with Smith's not using his wife in his 
films, but I was wondering if after the Benifer debacle, if Hollywood 
had put a moratorium  on films with real life couples as the stars.  I 
got that impression from a few articles I read.

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> amen!
>
> -- Original message --
> From: Martin <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> I see and hear what you're saying, Keith. And, if he's worried about 
> finding a marketable Black female lead, someone should mention to him 
> that he's *married* to one...
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]  wrote: 
> i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how 
> much more profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and 
> actresses, once they've reached a certain level, start doing the 
> alternation bit: make a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for 
> the love of the craft and an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been 
> doing that for years. He'd make something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent 
> Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War". 
> Smith has been pulling twenty plus million a picture for several years 
> now. Surely he can test the waters and do something as revolutionary 
> as make a love story with a black woman
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the
> case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I
> honestly can not tell what his agenda is.
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]  wrote:
> >
> > yeah, yeah! :(
> >
> > -- Original message --
> > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > >
> > It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> > be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> > romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> > that on a blockbuster.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> > >
> > > His first Superhero flick.
> > >
> > > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > > dunno how well that'll go over.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
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> get organized along the lines of the Mafia." -Kurt Vonnegut, "A Man 
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

I feel ya.  Love "Love Jones"  Need more of that. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> i guess i just feel Black people who make it have an obligation to 
> show the world all aspects of our people, and one that's rarely shown 
> in Hollywood films is Black-on-Black love. If he'd never done a 
> romance, i'd be fine, but i still find it offensive his only romantic 
> comedy wasn't with a sister. but that's just me, confused in a world 
> where black-on-black love is a bad thing at the box office. it's his 
> business, like i said, there's always "Love Jones"
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> As I said, I can not tell what his agenda is. Maybe it is just to make
> money. I read once that he was interested in politics. I see
> Happyness, Ali, and Bagger Vance as attempts to get serious, but he does
> not do this type of work often . What I would say, is that I do not
> think romance is a genre that all actors are interested in focusing on.
> Romance do not draw as many Oscars or do they make as many
> blockbusters. These are two things we know he is interested in. So,
> why would you expect him to put it above his obvious interest in
> biopics. Something else you should consider is that he has never taken
> on the producer role yet. For some reason Will Smith and romance seem
> important to you. Why specifically him, when he is not even putting on
> the director's or producer's hat like others.
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]  wrote:
> >
> > i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how
> > much more profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and
> > actresses, once they've reached a certain level, start doing the
> > alternation bit: make a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for
> > the love of the craft and an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been
> > doing that for years. He'd make something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent
> > Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War".
> > Smith has been pulling twenty plus million a picture for several years
> > now. Surely he can test the waters and do something as revolutionary
> > as make a love story with a black woman
> >
> > -- Original message --
> > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > >
> > Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the
> > case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I
> > honestly can not tell what his agenda is.
> >
> > [EMAIL PROTECTED]  
>  wrote:
> > >
> > > yeah, yeah! :(
> > >
> > > -- Original message --
> > > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > 
> > > >
> > > It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> > > be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> > > romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> > > that on a blockbuster.
> > >
> > > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> > > >
> > > > His first Superhero flick.
> > > >
> > > > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > > >  
> >  >
> > >  
> >   > > >
> > > > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > > >  
> >  >
> > > 

Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

you know.. I'm getting up there in age.  Will Smith knowledge is the 
first to go.

Astromancer wrote:
>
> You're a Philly girl in Washington State...we understand...
>
> "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote: I Forgot That. 
> You'd think being a Philly girl , that is something I
> would have remembered
>
> Bosco Bosco wrote:
> >
> > Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> > Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> > this point.
> >
> > This is from the IMDB:
> >
> > "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> > include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> > Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> > years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> > Entertainment."
> >
> > The company produce the following movies:
> >
> > Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> > Happiness.
> >
> > Bosco
> > --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > wrote:
> >
> > > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > > reason
> > > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> > >
> > > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> > >
> > > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > > >
> > > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > > to
> > > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > > want,
> > > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > > something
> > > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > > >
> > > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > > Luck) or
> > > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > > believed
> > > > in, so they made them happen.
> > > >
> > > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > > >
> > > > JJ Mohareb
> > > >
> > > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > 
> > > > > wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > > corporate.
> > > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > > that
> > > > has a
> > > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > > with a
> > > > Gab.
> > > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > > guess
> > > > cause
> > > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > > a love
> > > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > > maybe he
> > > > > will
> > > > > shock us all
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> > >
> > >
> >
> > I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> > I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
> >
> > You know these things that happen,
> > That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> > And I can't help but wonder,
> > Don't ya know it coulda been me.
> >
> > __
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

I've been to his page recently.  Don't know how I could have missed it  
?!?!  Like I said, up until a few years ago, I lived in Philly.  
Anything he does there is big news.  How did I forget that? Thanks

Bosco Bosco wrote:
>
> I saw 19 on the IMDB. They followed immediately after his 26 acting
> credits
>
> http://www.imdb.com/name/nm226/ 
>
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Why does he not have ny producer listings ?
> >
> > Bosco Bosco wrote:
> > >
> > > Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> > > Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to
> > at
> > > this point.
> > >
> > > This is from the IMDB:
> > >
> > > "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose
> > alumni
> > > include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> > > Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his
> > student
> > > years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> > > Entertainment."
> > >
> > > The company produce the following movies:
> > >
> > > Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> > > Happiness.
> > >
> > > Bosco
> > > --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > >
> > > > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for
> > some
> > > > reason
> > > > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If
> > he
> > > >
> > > > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> > > >
> > > > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established
> > star
> > > > to
> > > > > put their own production company together, pick a project
> > they
> > > > want,
> > > > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > > > something
> > > > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > > > >
> > > > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > > > Luck) or
> > > > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > > > believed
> > > > > in, so they made them happen.
> > > > >
> > > > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > > > >
> > > > > JJ Mohareb
> > > > >
> > > > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > 
> > > > > > wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave
> > to
> > > > > corporate.
> > > > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of
> > his
> > > > that
> > > > > has a
> > > > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link
> > up
> > > > with a
> > > > > Gab.
> > > > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But
> > i
> > > > guess
> > > > > cause
> > > > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call
> > for
> > > > a love
> > > > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick.
> > But
> > > > maybe he
> > > > > > will
> > > > > > shock us all
> > > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > --
> > > > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> > >  >
> > > >  
> > >  >>
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > > I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> > > I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
> > >
> > > You know these things that happen,
> > > That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> > > And I can't help but wonder,
> > > Don't ya know it coulda been me.
> > >
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> >
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> >
> >
>
> I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
>
> You know these things that happen,
> That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> And I can't help but wonder,
> Don't ya know it coulda been me.
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[KeithBJohnson]

amen!

-- Original message -- 
From: Martin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
I see and hear what you're saying, Keith. And, if he's worried about finding a 
marketable Black female lead, someone should mention to him that he's *married* 
to one...

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all 
this time, how much more profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors 
and actresses, once they've reached a certain level, start doing the 
alternation bit: make a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for the love 
of the craft and an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been doing that for 
years. He'd make something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent Proposal" in order to 
fund "Quiz Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War". Smith has been pulling twenty plus 
million a picture for several years now. Surely he can test the waters and do 
something as revolutionary as make a love story with a black woman

-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the 
case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I 
honestly can not tell what his agenda is. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> yeah, yeah! :(
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> that on a blockbuster.
>
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> >
> > His first Superhero flick.
> >
> > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > dunno how well that'll go over.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
> > --
> > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
>  
>  >
> >
> >
>
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[KeithBJohnson]

i guess i just feel Black people who make it have an obligation to show the 
world all aspects of our people, and one that's rarely shown in Hollywood films 
is Black-on-Black love. If he'd never done a romance, i'd be fine, but i still 
find it offensive his only romantic comedy wasn't with a sister. but that's 
just me, confused in a world where black-on-black love is a bad thing at the 
box office. it's his business, like i said, there's always "Love Jones"

-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
As I said, I can not tell what his agenda is. Maybe it is just to make 
money. I read once that he was interested in politics. I see 
Happyness, Ali, and Bagger Vance as attempts to get serious, but he does 
not do this type of work often . What I would say, is that I do not 
think romance is a genre that all actors are interested in focusing on. 
Romance do not draw as many Oscars or do they make as many 
blockbusters. These are two things we know he is interested in. So, 
why would you expect him to put it above his obvious interest in 
biopics. Something else you should consider is that he has never taken 
on the producer role yet. For some reason Will Smith and romance seem 
important to you. Why specifically him, when he is not even putting on 
the director's or producer's hat like others. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how 
> much more profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and 
> actresses, once they've reached a certain level, start doing the 
> alternation bit: make a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for 
> the love of the craft and an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been 
> doing that for years. He'd make something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent 
> Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War". 
> Smith has been pulling twenty plus million a picture for several years 
> now. Surely he can test the waters and do something as revolutionary 
> as make a love story with a black woman
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the
> case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I
> honestly can not tell what his agenda is.
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]  wrote:
> >
> > yeah, yeah! :(
> >
> > -- Original message --
> > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > >
> > It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> > be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> > romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> > that on a blockbuster.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> > >
> > > His first Superhero flick.
> > >
> > > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > > dunno how well that'll go over.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > >
> >
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[KeithBJohnson]

Well, that brings us full circle back to my question: why does a man who's 
pulled in well over a hundred million in up front salary in the last few years 
not take a stand and fight for a Black woman as his love interest in a film?

-- Original message -- 
From: Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
this point.

This is from the IMDB:

"Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
years there, his production company is called Overbrook
Entertainment."

The company produce the following movies:

Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
Happiness.

Bosco
--- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> reason 
> (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> 
> does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> 
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> to
> > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> want,
> > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> something
> > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> >
> > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> Luck) or
> > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> believed
> > in, so they made them happen.
> >
> > Maybe when his kids are older.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
> > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > > wrote:
> > >
> > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to 
> > corporate.
> > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> that 
> > has a
> > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> with a 
> > Gab.
> > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> guess 
> > cause
> > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> a love
> > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> maybe he
> > > will
> > > shock us all
> > >
> >
> > -- 
> > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com
> 
> >
> > 
> 
> 
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> 
> 

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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Astromancer]

You're a Philly girl in Washington State...we understand...

"Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:  
I Forgot That. You'd think being a Philly girl , that is something I 
would have remembered

Bosco Bosco wrote:
>
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
>
> I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
>
> You know these things that happen,
> That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> And I can't help but wonder,
> Don't ya know it coulda been me.
>
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[Astromancer]

Now this is interesting...You want different? THIS is different! Can't wait to 
see it!

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:  Take a look at this trailer for his upcomming 
Hancock movie. 

http://www.movieweb.com/news/73/25173.php

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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Justin Mohareb]

True, but there do not seem to be a lot of 'vanity' type projects on
there.  It may just to get him a bigger slice of the production.

However, The Cipha, where "A team of rappers with superpowers unite in
a futuristic world where hip-hop is outlawed" does look interesting.

JJ Mohareb

On 12/18/07, Bosco Bosco <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> I saw 19 on the IMDB. They followed immediately after his 26 acting
>  credits
>

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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Bosco Bosco]

I saw 19 on the IMDB. They followed immediately after his 26 acting
credits

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm226/


--- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Why does he not have ny producer listings ?
> 
> Bosco Bosco wrote:
> >
> > Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> > Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to
> at
> > this point.
> >
> > This is from the IMDB:
> >
> > "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose
> alumni
> > include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> > Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his
> student
> > years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> > Entertainment."
> >
> > The company produce the following movies:
> >
> > Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> > Happiness.
> >
> > Bosco
> > --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > > wrote:
> >
> > > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for
> some
> > > reason
> > > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If
> he
> > >
> > > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> > >
> > > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > > >
> > > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established
> star
> > > to
> > > > put their own production company together, pick a project
> they
> > > want,
> > > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > > something
> > > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > > >
> > > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > > Luck) or
> > > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > > believed
> > > > in, so they made them happen.
> > > >
> > > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > > >
> > > > JJ Mohareb
> > > >
> > > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > 
> > > > > wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave
> to
> > > > corporate.
> > > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of
> his
> > > that
> > > > has a
> > > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link
> up
> > > with a
> > > > Gab.
> > > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But
> i
> > > guess
> > > > cause
> > > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call
> for
> > > a love
> > > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick.
> But
> > > maybe he
> > > > > will
> > > > > shock us all
> > > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> > 
> > >  > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> > >
> > >
> >
> > I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> > I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
> >
> > You know these things that happen,
> > That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> > And I can't help but wonder,
> > Don't ya know it coulda been me.
> >
> > __
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

Why does he not have ny producer listings ?

Bosco Bosco wrote:
>
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
>
> I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
>
> You know these things that happen,
> That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> And I can't help but wonder,
> Don't ya know it coulda been me.
>
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

I Forgot That.  You'd think being a Philly girl , that is something I 
would have remembered

Bosco Bosco wrote:
>
> Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
> Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
> this point.
>
> This is from the IMDB:
>
> "Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
> include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
> Dovells, The Orlons, DeeDee Sharp, etc. and in tribute to his student
> years there, his production company is called Overbrook
> Entertainment."
>
> The company produce the following movies:
>
> Ali, Showtime, I-Robot, Hitch, Saving Face, ATL, and Pursuit of
> Happiness.
>
> Bosco
> --- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
>
> > Agreed. Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> > reason
> > (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge. If he
> >
> > does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> > to
> > > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> > want,
> > > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> > something
> > > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> > >
> > > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> > Luck) or
> > > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> > believed
> > > in, so they made them happen.
> > >
> > > Maybe when his kids are older.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to
> > > corporate.
> > > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> > that
> > > has a
> > > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> > with a
> > > Gab.
> > > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> > guess
> > > cause
> > > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> > a love
> > > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> > maybe he
> > > > will
> > > > shock us all
> > > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
> 
> >  >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
>
> I got friends who are in prison and Friends who are dead.
> I'm gonna tell ya something that I've often said.
>
> You know these things that happen,
> That's just the way it's supposed to be.
> And I can't help but wonder,
> Don't ya know it coulda been me.
>
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[GWashin891]

Take a look at this trailer for his upcomming Hancock movie.   

http://www.movieweb.com/news/73/25173.php

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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Bosco Bosco]

Will Smith actually owns his own production company Overbrook
Entertainment. I think he pretty much does whatever he wants to at
this point.

This is from the IMDB:

"Graduate of Philly's legendary Overbrook High School, whose alumni
include Wilt Chamberlain, Hal Lear, Wali Jones, Walt Hazzard, The
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--- "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Agreed.  Most at his level have made just that move, but for some
> reason 
> (perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge.  If he
> 
> does, it will be interesting to see what he does.
> 
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star
> to
> > put their own production company together, pick a project they
> want,
> > and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put
> something
> > together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
> >
> > Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good
> Luck) or
> > the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators
> believed
> > in, so they made them happen.
> >
> > Maybe when his kids are older.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
> > On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > > wrote:
> > >
> > > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to 
> > corporate.
> > > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his
> that 
> > has a
> > > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up
> with a 
> > Gab.
> > > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i
> guess 
> > cause
> > > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for
> a love
> > > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But
> maybe he
> > > will
> > > shock us all
> > >
> >
> > -- 
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

Agreed.  Most at his level have made just that move, but for some reason 
(perhaps kids as you suggest) Smith hasn't taken the plunge.  If he 
does, it will be interesting to see what he does.

Justin Mohareb wrote:
>
> At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star to
> put their own production company together, pick a project they want,
> and get it done themselves. I'm pretty sure he could put something
> together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.
>
> Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good Luck) or
> the Bobby Kennedy movie. These were projects the creators believed
> in, so they made them happen.
>
> Maybe when his kids are older.
>
> JJ Mohareb
>
> On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> > wrote:
> >
> > Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to 
> corporate.
> > Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his that 
> has a
> > black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up with a 
> Gab.
> > Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i guess 
> cause
> > he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for a love
> > interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But maybe he
> > will
> > shock us all
> >
>
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Justin Mohareb]

At this point, it's pretty much possible for an established star to
put their own production company together, pick a project they want,
and get it done themselves.  I'm pretty sure he could put something
together for a couple million dollars if he wanted to.

Look at some of the stuff Clooney has done (Good Night, Good Luck) or
the Bobby Kennedy movie.  These were projects the creators believed
in, so they made them happen.

Maybe when his kids are older.

JJ Mohareb

On Dec 18, 2007 4:39 PM, Mike Street <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to corporate.
>  Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his that has a
>  black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up with a Gab.
>  Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i guess cause
>  he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for a love
>  interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But maybe he
> will
>  shock us all
>



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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Mike Street]

Hummminteresting concept. But I'm sure he still a slave to corporate.
Now that you bring this up I can't even remember a movie of his that has a
black female as his co-star. I was sure that he would link up with a Gab.
Union, Janet, Halle, or one of them sisters for a role. But i guess cause
he's in sci-fi so much that a lot of his roles didn't call for a love
interest or they went the safe route with a Spanish chick. But maybe he will
shock us all

On Dec 18, 2007 12:52 AM, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

>   i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how much
> more profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and actresses,
> once they've reached a certain level, start doing the alternation bit: make
> a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for the love of the craft and
> an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been doing that for years. He'd make
> something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz
> Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War". Smith has been pulling twenty plus million
> a picture for several years now. Surely he can test the waters and do
> something as revolutionary as make a love story with a black woman
>
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <
> [EMAIL PROTECTED] >
>
> Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the
> case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I
> honestly can not tell what his agenda is.
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]  wrote:
> >
> > yeah, yeah! :(
> >
> > -- Original message --
> > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> > >
> > It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> > be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> > romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> > that on a blockbuster.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> > >
> > > His first Superhero flick.
> > >
> > > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/
> > 
> > >  > >
> > >
> > > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html
> > 
> > >  > >
> > >
> > > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > > dunno how well that'll go over.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com
> > 
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RE: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

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From: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On
Behalf Of Martin
Sent: Tuesday, December 18, 2007 12:45 PM
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith



I see and hear what you're saying, Keith. And, if he's worried about finding
a marketable Black female lead, someone should mention to him that he's
*married* to one...

KeithBJohnson@ <mailto:KeithBJohnson%40comcast.net> comcast.net wrote: i
know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how much more
profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and actresses, once
they've reached a certain level, start doing the alternation bit: make a
crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for the love of the craft and an
intelligent script. Robert Redford's been doing that for years. He'd make
something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz
Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War". Smith has been pulling twenty plus million
a picture for several years now. Surely he can test the waters and do
something as revolutionary as make a love story with a black woman

-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]
<mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com> aladvantage.com> 
Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the 
case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I 
honestly can not tell what his agenda is. 

KeithBJohnson@ <mailto:KeithBJohnson%40comcast.net> comcast.net wrote:
>
> yeah, yeah! :(
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>
aladvantage.com 
> <mailto:tdlists%40multiculturaladvantage.com>>
> It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> that on a blockbuster.
>
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> >
> > His first Superhero flick.
> >
> > http://www.imdb. <http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/>
com/title/tt0448157/ 
> <http://www.imdb. <http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/>
com/title/tt0448157/>
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com/title/tt0448157/ 
> <http://www.imdb. <http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/>
com/title/tt0448157/>>
> >
> > http://gamera- <http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html>
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> >
> > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > dunno how well that'll go over.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

As I said, I can not tell what his agenda is.  Maybe it is just to make 
money.  I read once that he was interested in politics.  I see 
Happyness, Ali, and Bagger Vance as attempts to get serious, but he does 
not do this type of work often .  What I would say, is that I do not 
think romance is a genre that all actors are interested in focusing on.  
Romance do not draw as many Oscars or do they make as many 
blockbusters.  These are two things we know he is interested in.   So, 
why would you expect him to put it above his obvious interest in 
biopics.  Something else you should consider is that he has never taken 
on the producer role yet.  For some reason Will Smith and romance seem 
important to you.  Why specifically him, when he is not even putting on 
the director's or producer's hat like others. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how 
> much more profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and 
> actresses, once they've reached a certain level, start doing the 
> alternation bit: make a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for 
> the love of the craft and an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been 
> doing that for years. He'd make something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent 
> Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War". 
> Smith has been pulling twenty plus million a picture for several years 
> now. Surely he can test the waters and do something as revolutionary 
> as make a love story with a black woman
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the
> case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I
> honestly can not tell what his agenda is.
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]  wrote:
> >
> > yeah, yeah! :(
> >
> > -- Original message --
> > From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)"
> > <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> 
> > >
> > It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> > be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> > romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> > that on a blockbuster.
> >
> > Justin Mohareb wrote:
> > >
> > > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> > >
> > > His first Superhero flick.
> > >
> > > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> > >  
> >  >>
> > >
> > > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > > dunno how well that'll go over.
> > >
> > > JJ Mohareb
> > >
> > > --
> > > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
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> >  
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Martin]

I see and hear what you're saying, Keith. And, if he's worried about finding a 
marketable Black female lead, someone should mention to him that he's *married* 
to one...

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:  i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but 
after all this time, how much more profit does he need to take some risks? So 
many actors and actresses, once they've reached a certain level, start doing 
the alternation bit: make a crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for the 
love of the craft and an intelligent script. Robert Redford's been doing that 
for years. He'd make something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent Proposal" in order 
to fund "Quiz Show" or "Milagro Beanfield War". Smith has been pulling twenty 
plus million a picture for several years now. Surely he can test the waters and 
do something as revolutionary as make a love story with a black woman

-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the 
case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I 
honestly can not tell what his agenda is. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> yeah, yeah! :(
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> that on a blockbuster.
>
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> >
> > His first Superhero flick.
> >
> > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > dunno how well that'll go over.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
> > --
> > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
>  
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[KeithBJohnson]

i know it seems i'm picking on Smith, but after all this time, how much more 
profit does he need to take some risks? So many actors and actresses, once 
they've reached a certain level, start doing the alternation bit: make a 
crowd-pleasure for dough, then make a film for the love of the craft and an 
intelligent script. Robert Redford's been doing that for years. He'd make 
something like "Sneakers" or "Indecent Proposal" in order to fund "Quiz Show" 
or "Milagro Beanfield War". Smith has been pulling twenty plus million a 
picture for several years now. Surely he can test the waters and do something 
as revolutionary as make a love story with a black woman


-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
Consider this. Maybe his agenda is purely profits. If that is the 
case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance. I 
honestly can not tell what his agenda is. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> yeah, yeah! :(
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> that on a blockbuster.
>
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> >
> > His first Superhero flick.
> >
> > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > dunno how well that'll go over.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
> > --
> > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

Consider this.  Maybe his agenda is purely profits.  If that is the 
case, I seriously doubt if he would touch Black on Black romance.  I 
honestly can not tell what his agenda is. 

[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> yeah, yeah! :(
>
> -- Original message --
> From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" 
> <[EMAIL PROTECTED] 
> >
> It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will
> be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black
> romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk
> that on a blockbuster.
>
> Justin Mohareb wrote:
> >
> > Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
> >
> > His first Superhero flick.
> >
> > http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
> >  >
> >
> > Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> > dunno how well that'll go over.
> >
> > JJ Mohareb
> >
> > --
> > Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
> > http://thebitterguy.livejournal.com 
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[KeithBJohnson]

yeah, yeah!  :(

-- Original message -- 
From: "Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
It does look good. I like Berg and the rest of the cast.. Keith will 
be disappointed, but not surprised. I still say if Black or Black 
romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk 
that on a blockbuster. 

Justin Mohareb wrote:
>
> Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
>
> His first Superhero flick.
>
> http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
>
> http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
>
> Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> dunno how well that'll go over.
>
> JJ Mohareb
>
> -- 
> Read the Bitter Guide to the Bitter Guy.
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Re: [scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Tracey de Morsella (formerly Tracey L. Minor)]

It does look good.  I like Berg and the rest of the cast..  Keith will 
be disappointed, but not surprised.  I still say if Black or Black 
romantic comedies are part of Smith's agenda, he is not going to risk 
that on a blockbuster. 

Justin Mohareb wrote:
>
> Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?
>
> His first Superhero flick.
>
> http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/ 
> 
>
> http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html 
> 
>
> Looks cute. He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
> dunno how well that'll go over.
>
> JJ Mohareb
>
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[scifinoir2] Speaking of Will Smith

[Justin Mohareb]

Has anyone heard anything about Hancock?

His first Superhero flick.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448157/

http://gamera-spinning.livejournal.com/1455030.html

Looks cute.   He DOES have a relationship w ith a white woman, so I
dunno how well that'll go over.

JJ Mohareb

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