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[PHOTOS] BREAKING IN Special Screening in Los Angeles

- Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade pose together at the after-party as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Gabrielle Union and Jaime Primak Sullivan attend as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Gabrielle Union and Ajiona Alexus chat as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Dwayne Wade and Gabrielle Union arrive as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Dwayne Wade and Gabrielle Union arrive as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- James Lopez, Gabrielle Union, Will Packer and James McTeigue chat as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Billy Burke, Gabrielle Union, James McTeigue, Seth Carr and Will Packer pose together as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Donna Langley, Ron Meyer, Gabrielle Union and Jeff Shell pose together as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- James Lopez, Gabrielle Union and Will Packer chat as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- James McTeigue, James Lopez, Ron Meyer, Will Packer and Jeff Shell pose together as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Heather Hayslett and Will Packer arrive as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Heather Hayslett and Will Packer arrive as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- James Lopez, James McTeigue and Will Packer pose together as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- James McTeigue and Mark Furze attend as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Seth Carr arrives as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Billy Burke arrives as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Jason George greets Billy Burke as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Jason George arrives as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Ajiona Alexus arrives as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Ajiona Alexus and Jaime Primak Sullivan pose together as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Jaime Primak Sullivan arrives as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Ryan Engle, Craig Perry, Jaime Primak Sullivan, Will Packer and James McTeigue pose together as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Essence Atkins arrives as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
- Ron Meyer, Heather Hayslett and Will Packer poses together at the after-party as Universal Pictures presents a special screening of Breaking In at the Arclight Hollywood in Los Angeles, California on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 (Photo: Alex J. Berliner/ABImages)
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Marz Starlife Makes A Striking First Impression With Healing

Every once in a while, a debut comes along that doesn’t just introduce an artist – it reveals a soul. Marz Starlife’s first EP, Healing, is exactly that. It’s raw, it’s heartfelt, and it doesn’t pretend to have everything figured out. Instead, it leans into the messiness of real life – the mistakes, the heartbreak, the isolation – and tries to make sense of it all through music. Born in Jamaica, raised in the UK, and now back on the island, Marz brings a cross-cultural perspective to his storytelling, but at the heart of Healing is something deeply human: the need to reckon with the past in order to move forward.
Across the project’s standout tracks, Marz doesn’t hold back. In Bad Memories, he opens up about years lost to incarceration, fractured relationships, and the weight of regret. “Spent four birthdays locked up, baby remember me please,” he raps, in a tone that’s both matter-of-fact and aching. The production stays subdued and moody, letting the lyrics breathe. There’s no glorification of the streets here, only reflection. He admits to being young and caught up in the chase for fast money, but he also shows growth, making it clear that he’s not the same person he once was. It’s a track that lingers, not because it tries to be flashy, but because it feels real.
The title track, Healing, is where everything clicks. Marz taps into something almost spiritual as he raps, “I turn pain into power, darkness to light.” The song is layered with poetic lines and subtle emotional shifts, balancing toughness with tenderness. There’s a determination to rise above, even when the scars still sting. He reflects on his upbringing, his time in the streets, and the inner battles he continues to fight. “No shrink can understand how I’m feeling,” he says, and honestly, it’s hard not to believe him. The pain here is too specific, too lived-in. But instead of letting it swallow him, he uses it to fuel something greater.
What’s refreshing about Healing is that it doesn’t try to fit neatly into any one genre or narrative. Marz blends elements of UK hip-hop, Jamaican rhythm, and emotional rap into something that feels uniquely his own. He’s not here to be the loudest or the flashiest; he’s here to be honest. And in a world full of over-produced, over-polished music, that honesty stands out.
With Healing, Marz Starlife has given us more than a debut; he’s given us a mirror into his journey, and maybe even our own. Whether you’ve lived through similar struggles or are just someone who appreciates music with depth and heart, this EP is worth your time. It’s a reminder that healing isn’t linear, but it’s possible, and that sometimes telling your story is the most powerful thing you can do.
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