BET+ Releases Trailer for Upcoming Original Film ‘Young. Wild. Free.’

Written by John Edward Betancourt

Still from ‘Young. Wild. Free.’ Courtesy of BET+.

It really is quite amazing how much storytelling freedom there is in the streaming era. Because stories that we simply have never seen before and might not ever reach the airwaves are commonplace now, and they’re allowing for us to enjoy stories from fresh voices and sit through fresh ideas that captivate our imagination and wow us with their originality. If anything, the majesty of streaming is top of mind today, simply because once again… we are about to be graced with another fresh and compelling story. For earlier today, BET+ let it be known that it will soon be home to a fascinating feature entitled, Young. Wild. Free.
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A coming-of-age story that features a high school senior named Brandon who finds himself embroiled in a love affair and a new chapter in life that is dangerous and alluring in nature. All of which will bring forth a captivating tale that we can relate to through the frustrations of being a teenager, all while enduring a story that takes us into a dangerous world, we know nothing of, and to properly celebrate the announcement that this feature will arrive on BET+ on June 27, BET+ made sure to release a trailer as well and details regarding this dynamic feature. Which we will share with you now, so you too can prepare to be whisked away by a movie that is as original and engaging as they come.

SYNOPSIS:
Being a teenager is rough, and Brandon (Algee Smith) is no different. Between struggling in school,
caring for his two younger siblings, and having just been let go from his job, Brandon often uses his art as an escape from the confines of his subdued day-to-day life. Enter Cassidy (Sierra Capri), a bedazzled bad girl dripping in confidence, freedom, and danger. Lured in by her whimsy, Brandon teams up with Cassidy, seamlessly slipping into the role of Clyde to her Bonnie as they make their way down an
increasingly perilous path.
 
CREDITS:

• Network: BET+
• Director: Thembi L. Banks
• Screenplay: Juel Taylor and Thembi L. Banks
• Story: Tony Rettenmaier & Juel Taylor
• Cast: Algee Smith, Sierra Capri, Sanaa Lathan, Mike Epps
• Production: MACRO Film Studios, Confluential Films, and No Label Productions
• Executive Producers: Codie Elaine Oliver, Charlotte Koh, Prince Baggett, Jo Henriquez, Mark R. Wright,  Jenna Cavelle, Tony Rettenmeier, Juel Taylor, Thembi L. Banks, Sanaa Lathan
• Producers: Charles D. King, James Lopez, Poppy Hanks, Tommy Oliver, Baron Davis, Tracy "Twinkie" Byrd’

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