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USA Today
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Logic explains how therapy and J.J. Abrams led to his directorial debut 'Paradise Records'
Logic explains how therapy and J.J. Abrams led to his directorial debut 'Paradise Records' Show Caption Hide Caption Logic makes directorial debut with 'Paradise Records' The Rapper Logic sat down with Ralphie Aversa to talk about his directorial debut in new semi-autobiographical film, 'Paradise Records.' NEW YORK – What do J.J. Abrams, Seth MacFarlane and Kevin Smith have in common? They all endorsed Logic, the multi-platinum hip hop star, in his application to join the Directors Guild of America. Now the artist, born Sir Robert Bryson Hall II, makes his directorial debut in the Tribeca Film Festival with "Paradise Records," a workplace comedy that pays homage to movies like Smith's 1994 cult classic "Clerks." It was a big undertaking for Logic: He wrote, directed and starred in the movie. But besides the literal co-signings from established names in film and television, Logic's journey from the stage to the silver screen wouldn't have been possible without a series of events that took place almost five years ago. In July 2020, at the height of his career and in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, the hip hop star decided to "retire" from music. Logic wanted to focus on his family. He also went to therapy. "It's been such an incredible internal and spiritual journey," Logic, 35, tells USA TODAY. "I've learned things like the power of no, literally just how to say 'no.' I used to not do that because I wanted to people-please." Through conversations with his therapist, Logic also came to the realization that he should stay off social media. The artist says he hasn't been on any network in "almost eight years." What started as a personal journey also turned into a professional revelation. Logic parted ways with Def Jam Records, the label on which he recorded seven albums with including the Grammy-nominated single, "1-800-273-8255." The artist now releases music independently and no, he wouldn't divulge a date for his tenth LP "Sidequest." After Smith cast Logic in his 2024 semi-autobiographical film "The 4:30 Movie," he urged Logic to pursue filmmaking. Smith also presented an offer: he would serve as executive producer, editor and reprise his role of Silent Bob alongside Jason Mewes' Jay. Logic stars in the film with his real life best friend, Tremayne Hudson. Other actors who make cameos include Ron Perlman, Rainn Wilson and Joseph Gordon-Levitt in addition to rapper Juicy J and comedian Donnell Rawlings. Logic's family, including his father, oldest son and wife Brittney also appear in the project. The artist credits his wife with supporting his latest endeavor. The advice he received from Abrams helped too. The "Star Wars" director reminded Logic that he's "literally making a movie," so the top priority should be to have fun. "(Abrams) said, 'The second thing is you're gonna have every (department) coming to you, all these people constantly asking you for stuff,'" Logic recalls. "'At times it's going to feel overwhelming. Never forget that you're a human being and you have the power to say, "Give me five minutes," walk around your set and figure it out.'" That's what Logic did whenever there was an issue, from an actor getting COVID to an equipment malfunction. He took a break, walked and figured it out. Turns out Abrams was right after all.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Julianne Moore, Sydney Sweeney Plunge Into Murderous Plot in ‘Echo Valley' Trailer
Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney star in new thriller Echo Valley, playing a mother and daughter immersed in the consequences of a dark secret. Michael Pearce directs the Apple Original film, which is written by Brad Inglesby. The trailer opens with Kate (Moore) startled by the sudden appearance of her troubled daughter Claire (Sweeney) on her doorstep covered in rain and blood. Claire confesses to her mother that during an argument with her boyfriend, she hit him with a rock. After Claire says no one saw her, Kate wraps up his body, lugs it in the back of her car, and dumps it in a body of water. 'As Kate pieces together the shocking truth of what happened, she learns just how far a mother will go to try to save her child in this gripping tale of love, sacrifice and survival,' the film's synopsis reads. More from Rolling Stone Dave Franco and Alison Brie Are Not So Happy 'Together' in Horror Trailer Logic's 'Paradise Records' Trailer is a Rollicking Chronicle of a 'Hero's Journey' Julianne Moore Is Super Rich, Maybe a Cult Leader in New 'Sirens' Trailer Echo Valley is set to arrive June 13 on Apple TV+. The project is produced by Ridley Scott and Michael Pruss of Scott Free Films, alongside Kevin J. Walsh via The Walsh Company and Ingelsby. Rebecca Feuer and Nicole Jordan-Webber of Scott Free Films, Erika Olde and Sam Roseme of Black Bicycle Entertainment, and Ted Deiker and Scott Greenberg serve as executive producers. Actor Domhnall Gleeson co-stars alongside Moore and Sweeney. Moore also stars in Sirens, a new limited series premiering May 22 on Netflix. Meanwhile, Sweeney will reprise her role as Cassie in Season Three of HBO's hit drama Euphoria alongside Hunter Schafer's Jules, Jacob Elorid's Nate, Alexa Demie's Maddy, Eric Dane's Cal, and Maude Apatow's Lexi. Musician Rosalía, professional athlete-turned-actor Marshawn Lynch, and actor Kadeem Hardison, will also join the cast, per Deadline. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Best 'Saturday Night Live' Characters of All Time Denzel Washington's Movies Ranked, From Worst to Best 70 Greatest Comedies of the 21st Century
