Last night, the historic Grand Lake Theatre in Oakland was buzzing with excitement as Lionsgate hosted a special screening of Freaky Tales, an upcoming action-packed thriller set to hit theaters on April 4. The film, written and directed by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, transports audiences back to 1987 Oakland, weaving together multiple intersecting storylines in a gritty, pulse-pounding cinematic mixtape.
Star-Studded Event in the Bay Area
The exclusive screening drew an impressive lineup of stars, including Pedro Pascal, Dominique Thorne, Ben Mendelsohn, Jack Champion, Ji-young Yoo, and Jay Ellis. Also in attendance were the film’s co-directors and writers, Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, along with producers Jelani Johnson and Poppy Hanks, and executive producers David Weintraub and hip-hop icon Too $hort. Special guests, including NBA legend Eric Augustus “Sleepy” Floyd and Tamra Goins, joined the celebration, making it a truly memorable night for Bay Area film enthusiasts.
Following the screening, guests continued the festivities at Dragon Gate, where they celebrated the film’s unique blend of action, humor, and hip-hop culture, all set against the backdrop of 1980s Oakland.
A Mixtape of Action, Crime, and Hip-Hop
Freaky Tales is a high-energy, genre-bending thriller that brings together a diverse cast of characters, each with their own gripping storylines:
- An NBA star navigating the chaos of 1987 Oakland.
- A corrupt cop entangled in a web of crime and deception.
- A fearless female rap duo determined to make their mark in the hip-hop scene.
- Teen punks and neo-Nazis colliding in a battle of ideologies.
Produced by Macro Media and Entertainment One, Freaky Tales combines explosive action, dark humor, and intense showdowns, making for an unpredictable and thrilling experience. With Too $hort as an executive producer, the film’s hip-hop roots run deep, adding authenticity to its cultural backdrop.
Coming Soon to Theaters
Mark your calendars! Freaky Tales will be released exclusively in theaters on April 4. Fans can follow updates and exclusive content by joining the conversation online using #FreakyTales.
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