Genre: Thriller
Release Date: October 31, 2020 Directors/Producers/Writers: Shelia M. Goss and Larry D. Brantley, Jr.
Production Company: Platnium Films
BLACK BUTTERFLY is what can happen when even the most mild-mannered person has had enough. Be careful how you treat someone because karma could be lurking in the shadows.
Directors Statement
After seeing some of the struggles that African American women experience in all aspects of life, we wanted to use the visual form to showcase some of those things. Jordan Peele is a director that we both admire and his way of tackling controversial topics inspired us to put our own spin on a social issue. The character Rita handled her bad situations one way, but after watching Black Butterfly, we want the audience to be more self-conscious on how others are treated and it’s our hope that others will be an advocate for justice the right way. ~ Shelia M. Goss and Larry D. Brantley, Jr.
About Black Butterfly
Rita struggles to find herself and tries to adjust to challenges of the racial, socio-economic stereotype she faces everyday as a dark skinned African American female. When Rita finds herself pushed to the limit, tension rises and a new women is born with vengeance.
More about the Directors
Shelia M. Goss
Shelia M. Goss makes her directorial debut with Black Butterfly. She is also one of the writers and producers of Black Butterfly. Shelia is a screenwriter, producer and national bestselling author of over twenty-one novels. Shelia is the co-writer and associate producer of the short film, A Day in the Life of Sarah Jane. She’s worked in various capacities (casting, boom operator, production assistant) on projects with Platnium Films. Shelia also has experience working with movie directors as a script doctor. She has received many accolades and awards over the years for her writing. USA Today says, “Goss has an easy, flowing style with her prose…” To learn more, visit www.sheliamgoss.com.
Larry D. Brantley, Jr.
Larry D. Brantley, Jr, is not only one of the directors of Black Butterfly but the Shreveport, LA native is the CEO of Platnium Films. He’s also one of the writers and producers of Black Butterfly. The movie Silver Fox was written, produced and directed by Larry. It’s currently available on various digital platforms. He has over five years of experience in all aspects of the film industry, including concept development, contracts and physical production. He is knowledgeable about editing procedures, through the latest technologies, editing software and cameras. He’s also good with coordinating stunts due to his versatile background in martial arts. As CEO of Platnium Films he has been instrumental in directing and producing not only films, but commercials and music videos, such as the 2020 release of the song 100 Moons by Vicious Da Goddess. Larry is the recipient of multiple awards, including the Who’s Who Business Entrepreneur Award. To learn more, visit www.platniumfilms.weebly.com.