Fusion Entertainment Signs Ryan DeForeest for Feature Adaptation of 'My Brother & Me'
Talent management and production company Fusion Entertainment has signed writer-director Ryan DeForeest and will develop a feature version of his award-winning short film.
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Fusion Entertainment has signed writer-director Ryan DeForeest for representation and feature film development. The company will produce a feature-length adaptation of DeForeest's short film "My Brother & Me," which premiered at the 2024 American Black Film Festival.
The short follows two brothers across three decades, tracing their journey from South Los Angeles through pivotal life moments. DeForeest wrote and directed the project, which garnered attention on the festival circuit for its intimate portrayal of brotherhood and family dynamics over time.
The deal marks Fusion Entertainment's continued investment in emerging filmmakers transitioning from short-form to feature-length storytelling. Development on the feature adaptation is now underway with DeForeest attached to write and direct.
This brief draws on reporting from Variety.
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