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Vivica Fox & MORE Star in Film Adaptation of Novel Cult Classic TRUE TO THE GAME

By: Jul. 11, 2017
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Imani Motion Pictures is proud to announce the formal release of the film adaptation of Teri Woods' fan favorite and NY Times best-selling novel,TRUE TO THE GAME .True To The Gamewill debut in theaters nationwide onSeptember 8, 2017.

Featuring an all star cast includingVivica Fox,Columbus Short,Andra Fuller,Draya Michele,Nafeesa Williams, newcomerErica Peeplesand the lateNelsan Ellis,True To The Gamechronicles the love story of a charismatic drug lord, Quadir (Columbus Short) and Gena, a young woman from the projects of Philadelphia. Set in the 1980s in Harlem, NY, this exciting story comes to life as it shows their journey of love while navigating the nuances of the drug game, and their movement towards positivity when tragedy strikes.

"I am humbled and honored to have partnered with Manny Halley and Imani Motion Pictures to bring theTrue To The Gamevision to life. As my fans have been anticipating this release for years, I am anxious for the loyal readers to view this adaptation on the big screen," says Teri Woods, Author of True To The Game.

"As a fan of Teri Woods and her creative contributions to depict the reality of urban life, I am excited to have acquired the rights and bring her vision to life.True To The Gameis a favorite because it highlights everything that all people want: financial prosperity, love and happiness. However, it also shows that there is a heavy price associated with those things in the street life. The film will highlight the impact of consequences of self motivated actions that that alter the lives of many," says Manny Halley, CEO of Imani Motion Pictures.

A preview of theTrue To The Game trailer can be viewed below:

Please keep abreast of True To The Gameupdates by connecting via social media: IG: @truetothegamemovie.

About Imani Entertainment Group Imani Entertainment Group is a vital force in the entertainment community. With a bevy of companies under the IEG umbrella ranging from management to music publishing to film/television, the company has set its sights on all aspects of the entertainment world. IEG is responsible for platinum selling recording artists and many of the industry's leading songwriters, producers and composers.

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SOURCE Imani Motion Pictures



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