The Book
Urban Lux Magazine October 2011
Manny Wooten, a street hustler by force, has come to grips with the suicide of his father and in order to keep his family out of poverty, he does whatever he has to in order to provide for his mother and young sister.
On the streets Manny meets his best friend Dave Walker. The pair becomes young, notorious local drug dealers. There are murders and run-ins with the law. Dave becomes overzealous and starts making outside deals with people he is not too familiar with.
The FBI is now on their trail and they are headed for destruction. Manny is oblivious to the fact that his freedom is in danger because of Dave’s mistakes. He has fallen in love with his new bride and has considered leaving the game for good.
Tragedy strikes and problems evolve in his relationship. Trust is broken and what once seemed to be the perfect family has fallen apart and now a decision must be made. Does he stay and fight for love? Or go back to the streets and fight for respect?
The Short Film
October Skyy CEO of Impossible Filmworks
The original adaptation of the book was completed in 2004, while October Skyy attended the New York Film Academy.
After completion of the film it was entered and accepted as an official selection of the 2005 New York International Music & Film Festival.
In the remake of the short film, Skyy takes a different approach to introducing her characters.
The Soundtrack
Featuring Gone Shopping By Young Butta
October Skyy produced the soundtrack to the book and short film, featuring some of Cincinnati's most talented artist, including a track entitled "Gone Shopping" by Young Butta, and "Love Song" by Means.
It also features tracks produced by international recording artist Mr. I Am Beatz.
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