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FILM/TV PRODUCER DATARI TURNER TALKS “FAITH” AND “PERSERVERANCE” AT BWFN MASTER CLASS

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7 years ago

October 26, 2017

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James Pray

Last week, the Black Women Film Network (BWFN) hosted its monthly event as a Master Class featuring film and TV producer Datari Turner and HLN anchor Melissa Knowles as moderator. Over 400 guests packed The Gathering Spot to learn from Turner’s 20+ years of experience, which includes creating the hit franchise “Growing Up Hip Hop” and producing over 100 hours of programming for networks such as WE tv, BET, TV One and Oxygen.

Among Turner’s words of wisdom was the advice to remain faithful despite the obstacles in navigating the film/tv industry. “Those who are successful are ultimately the individuals who persevered and just simply never gave up,” he said.

Check out these images and see you at the next mixer:

A line formed outside the room before the event

A sold-out crowd assembled at The Gathering Spot

The lovely and talented Melissa Knowles greeted the audience

ATL notables Gwen Boyd-Moss and Genise Shelton were in the building

Datari’s transparency and introspection made for a riveting conversation; guests were on the edge of their seats!

Todd Tucker and Kandi Burruss stopped by to say hello to their friend Datari Turner (left); BWFN members Judi Rodgers and Denise Armstrong got a chance to meet the celebrated producer (right)

Networking and interviews took place after the discussion (left) with the help of the always fabulous DJ Bomshell Boogie (right)

Mixing and mingling is what we do at BWFN (left); actor Tray Chaney, Datari Turner and Sean Foote (right)

The room was abuzz with positive energy and good ‘ol black girl magic

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