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Hidden Empire Film Group, the independent studio behind films such as “Fatale” and “Meet the Blacks,” has signed with CAA for representation. Founded by director Deon Taylor and producer Roxanne Avent Taylor, Hidden Empire’s mantra is that multi-cultural representation is good business. The studio aims to create bold and culture-driven stories that amplify underrepresented voices in Hollywood. CAA will assist Hidden Empire as it expands into premium scripted and nonscripted television and sports content. Hidden Empire is known for the 2016 horror comedy “Meet the Blacks” starring Mike Epps, which spawned a sequel titled “The House Next Door” in 2021. The company produced the psychological thriller “Fatale” starring Hilary Swank, which was distributed by Lionsgate, as well as the police thriller “Black and Blue” from Sony Pictures. Both films were directed by Taylor. The studio also has “The Intruder,” “Traffik,” “Fear,” “Supremacy” and “Chain Letter” under its belt. Cumulatively, the company’s films have grossed more than $300 million worldwide. Next up, Hidden Empire has “Freedom Ride,” based on the life and experiences of the late congressman John Lewis, “Free Agents” and a multi-part documentary on Floyd Mayweather. The company is also making a reimagining of the 1972 blaxploitation “Blacula” for Amazon MGM Studios. Outside of their film efforts, the Taylors created the civic engagement series “Be Woke. Vote,” which won seven Webby Awards. They also launched the C.L.I.M.B. mentoring program, supporting underserved young women pursuing careers in the entertainment industry. HEFG continues to be represented by attorneys Glen Mastroberte and Andre De Rochers and publicity house R&CPMK.
