Set in Los Angeles, A Backyard in Baldwin Hills follows Etienne, who navigates an unexpected party thrown by a surprise guest and a cast of eccentric characters for his 30th birthday. This film is a sequel to A Balcony in Brooklyn, a social commentary narrative offering a dystopian look at an underground party during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in NYC.
Written & Directed by #ColorCreative Dennis Williams
Starring: Etienne Maurice, Malcolm Mays, Sasha Merci, Nick Creegan, Juan Wood, TravQue, Marly Ralph, Dominic Nash, Chris Jarell, Jamie A. Riley, Brendan Wellington, Jesse S. Martin, Gila Shlomi, Stevie Brown, Brenda Perez, and Bryhana Monegain
Issa’s first book, a collection of essays, is a New York Times Best Seller and her show, Insecure, a half-hour comedy show for HBO, has aired 4 seasons garnered multiple awards and nominations. With Issa Rae Presents, Issa is creating a space for creators of all stripes to create and share their own stories.
