Roy Wood, Jr.’s new movie is showing at Sidewalk
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The new modern romance “Love, Brooklyn” entered theaters across the U.S. in late August, and Birmingham’s own Roy Wood, Jr. is gracing the screen. Keep reading for more on the film and where you can see it.
Birmingham’s Roy Wood Jr. is in “Love, Brooklyn”
Born and raised in Birmingham, Roy Wood Jr. is a stand-up comic, actor and former Correspondent on The Daily Show. Wood Jr. is the son of civil rights journalist Roy Wood Sr., and never misses the chance to shout out Birmingham, specifically the local literacy organization I See Me, Inc.
Now, he’s featuring in Rachael Holder’s new film “Love, Brooklyn.”
“Love, Brooklyn” follows the life of a writer (André Holland) through his complicated relationships with his ex (Nicole Beharie) and current partner (DeWanda Wise).
Roy Wood, Jr. plays the role of his best friend.
As “a modern romance set against the rapidly changing landscape of Brooklyn, New York,” Love, Brooklyn already has raved reviews on its tenderness, elegance and mellow soundtrack.
See “Love, Brooklyn” at Sidewalk now!
Our beloved Sidewalk Film Center is showing “Love, Brooklyn” now through Wednesday, September 18.
- Showtimes
- Location: Sidewalk Film Center & Cinema, 1821 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
Have you seen “Love, Brooklyn“ in Birmingham yet? Tag us @bhamnow and let us know what you think!
