UP FROM THE STREETS has been nominated for the Best Documentary Award at the 2020 Pan African Film Festival. A juried award, “PAFF-LA presents awards of recognition to key industry players and rising stars who have soared in the film industry. Previous recipients include Forest Whitaker, Omari Hardwick, David Oyelowo, Alfre Woodard, Idris Elba, Taraji […]
Black History
UP FROM THE STREETS wins Award of Excellence for Documentary Feature from IndieFEST Film Awards
We are pleased and honored to announce that UP FROM THE STREETS received an Award of Excellence for Documentary Feature from the IndieFEST Film Awards. The IndieFEST Film Awards recognizes film, television, videography and new media professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity, and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound […]
Director Q&A: Michael Murphy of Up From The Streets
UP FROM THE STREETS follows the extensive history of New Orleans music, ranging from the days when slaves played drums in Congo Square to modern booty-shaking bounce. This film, hosted by Terence Blanchard, largely revolves around musician interviews, allowing culture bearers to speak about the culture themselves.
Up From The Streets Premieres At The New Orleans Film Festival
Up From The Streets Premieres At The New Orleans Film Festival.
Michael Murphy’s new film distills New Orleans’ deep, diverse musical culture into a packed 103-minutes. Featuring local stars and international names Keith Richards, Robert Plant and Sting
CAMBRIDGE FILM FESTIVAL 2019
Up From The Streets® will have its European Premiere at the Cambridge Film Festival at the Cambridge Arts Picture house, on October 21 with a repeat on October 22.
Fats Domino
Fats Domino passed away today. We had the honor & privilege of working with him on many occasions and we, as well of all of the New Orleans community, truly loved and respected him. The partnership of Dave Bartholomew, Fats Domino, & Cosimo Matassa turned out hit after hit and helped shape rock & roll. […]
