WEB DOCUMENTARIES
SHORT-FORM
SUMMIT Series - “Norman Lear + will.i.am” Norman Lear is a legend in his own right, having won multiple Emmy Awards for his leading role in creating hit TV shows "All in the Family," "Sandford and Son," "Good Times," and "The Jeffersons." Similarly, will.i.am, winner of seven Grammy Awards, and an Emmy among other accolades, shares a passion for combining purpose and power in his use of media. In this episode, Lear and will.i.am sit down together for a conversation that provides a personal testament of how one artist’s work often creates environments for future artists to flourish within.
Directed By Marcus A. Clarke
SUMMIT Series - “Not Afraid To Fail” Multi-award-winning actor, director, and education advocate LeVar Burton is best known for his portrayals of two iconic characters, Kunta Kinte in "Roots" and Geordi LaForge in "Star Trek: The Next Generation", as well as his 23 years as producer and host of PBS's "Reading Rainbow." In this heartfelt glimpse into his past, LeVar provides insight on how he developed a career in entertainment with integrity and longevity.
Directed By Marcus A. Clarke
SUMMIT Series - “Perry Farrell + Chris Blackwell” frontman of Jane's Addiction and the founder of Lollapalooza — sits down with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Chris Blackwell for a conversation on historic tracks and musical movements that shaped pop music and the culture it nourished for generations to come.
Directed By Marcus A. Clarke
We The Voters - MediaOcracy
We Americans are stuck in social media news bubbles that block exposure to opposing points of view. Here you'll get concrete advice from leading media experts on how to break free and get fully informed. Narrated by Glynn Washington
Directed By: Ellen Goosenberg Kent
Produced By: Marcus A. Clarke
Long Live The Pimp - COMPLEX
Release Date: 4.04.16
LONG LIVE THE PIMP is a riveting & definitive look at the life & times of Port Arthur-born rapper Pimp C. The cinematic exploration into the life of Chad Butler details his rise, his impact on southern Hip-Hop, and his untimely death.
Directed By Marcus A. Clarke
Off The Court - Feat. Brandon Jennings- American Express
Brandon Jennings shares his story growing up in Gardena California and explains how family inspired him to achieve greatness and give back to his community.
Directed By Marcus A. Clarke
KAWS x PAFACADEMY - Feat. KAWS - MASS APPEAL
Release Date: 11.06.13
MASS APPEAL sits down with KAWS at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, to talk about his involvement with PAFA's Sculpture Plinth Exhibition, his use of architecture and space, and different aspects of his career.
Directed By Marcus A. Clarke
BAY BOMBS - Feat. Anthony Leva - MASS APPEAL
Release Date: 6.09.2015
ANTHONY LEYVA is surprised he’s alive to tell his story. After being incarcerated at a young age, he could have easily given up and succumbed to the cyclical nature of the criminal justice system.
Directed By Marcus A. Clarke
TRAP CITY - MASS APPEAL
Release Date: 12.03.15
Nowadays, anything can be the trap, anyone can be trapping. The term, originally meant for the place where drugs are sold or cooked, has been co-opted across the globe by people who's only experience is likely through music. Featuring Future, David Banner, Migos, Dr. Dax, Trouble and Jason Demarco.
I CAN'T BREATHE - MASS APPEAL
Release Date: 12.05.14
Wednesday, December 3, we headed out to Rockefeller Center to document the protests against the non indictment of Daniel Pantaleo, the NYPD officer responsible for the death of Eric Garner. The footage below, captured by director Marcus A. Clarke, showcases the protests that occurred near 5th avenue and 49th street, across from Radio City Music Hall.