Antonio D. James

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Antonio D. James, (born June 3, 1985) is an American film director from Memphis, Tennessee. He is most known for successfully producing and directing a $400,000 independent film for just $750 called "Trey the Movie" (2013). went on to win several awards, screened locally in his hometown in Memphis, and obtained national underground attention.

Antonio James International Film Festival Award Winner Occupation: Film Director

Early life[]

Antonio James was born in Memphis, Tennessee. He was raised by his mother and step-father in Northaven, but spent most of his teenage years in Hickory Hill with his father. He had attended dozens of schools^{[citation needed]} by his first year at Millington Central High School in where he graduated in 2003.

Several months after graduation James enlisted in the United States Air Force. After one term, he returned to Memphis where hardships and lack of employment opportunities led him to discover a new hobby, film making. With the help of his uncle, he began filming music videos for and , short films and commercials. He worked as a videographer for the Memphis Veteran Affairs Medical Center. He also became the official videographer for Al Sharpton's National Action Network, Memphis Chapter, under Gregory Grant.^[1][2] and videographer and documentarian for the non-profit organization Arize V Renaissance Center.^[3][4]

Antonio James and Al Sharpton

Shortly after, James decided to quit providing video and recording services and start producing TV and films. With help, he was able to produce and direct his first feature, Trey the Movie.^[5] After completing the film, James moved to Los Angeles, where he currently resides.

Career[]

James's 2013 film debut, Trey the Movie, received International Films Award, from , and Action on Film International Film Festival in Monrovia, California.^[6]

Since his move to Los Angeles in February 2013, Antonio James has been a background extra in Zac Efron's feature film "Neighbors (2014)IMDB Neighbors,^[7] and General Hospital as the Background Trainer General Hospital Youtube of Antonio James on YouTube^[8]

Filmography[]

Director[]

• Trey the Movie (2013) – Feature
• Pushing Through (2013 – Short
• Father's Moment of Truth (2013) – Short
• Free's Freedom (2013) – PSA Short for Domestic Violence

Antonio James accepting AOF festival award for Trey the Movie

Antonio with Bishop Don Juan

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