Sundance Channel’s provocative and eye-opening documentary series Brick City, from executive producer Forest Whitaker and filmmakers Marc Levin and Mark Benjamin premieres next week. Prior to the premiere, check out the first 10-minutes of episode 1, that airs Monday, September 21st, 2009 (video below).
The five one-hour episodes of Brick City, explores the lives of Mayor Booker and Police Director Garry McCarthy intertwine with Jayda, Blood gang member turned youth mentor, who lives with her Crip boyfriend Creep, and other citizens on the front lines. Brick City will make its television debut Monday, September 21st at 10:00pm et/pt.
“Rebuild community in Newark – inspired by Brick City”
“Donate a Brick”, inspired by Sundance Channel’s documentary series BRICK CITY seeks to give individuals a chance to give back and make a difference in their community. Starting with the Newark, NJ local chapter and spreading to cities across the nation. “Donate a Brick” raises funds to support Boys and Girls Clubs nationwide.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Newark’s mission is to provide opportunities to youth that empower them to succeed and excel, by providing a safe environment, caring adults, and quality programs. Sundance Channel will support the “Donate A Brick” initiative by matching donations up to $10,000.
For more information, please visit– http://www.causes.com/brickcity
http://twitter.com/ourbrickcity
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Newark-NJ/Brick-City/149193249072
Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time.