Fathers As Protectors With Film Producer, Will Packer

In this episode, Marcus is joined by film producer, Will Packer, who has produced big screen features such as Think Like a Man and Ride Along. They discuss the new film, BEAST, starring Idris Elba. In the film. Idris Elba plays a widowed husband who returns to South Africa with his two teenage daughters. They find themselves in a fearsome fight for survival in what should have been a journey of healing. The film explores themes of fatherhood and protection set against a backdrop of a return to home, and a struggle to connect with his daughters whose lives are suddenly in jeopardy.Dope Black Dads is a place where we are changing the narrative and having progressive conversations about black fathers with the aim of creating a safe digital space within the community.  Join the conversation and the community online through our social channels: Twitter: @DopeBlackDadsInstagram: @DopeBlackDadsFacebook Page: @DopeBlackDads If you want to get in touch with us, email us at hello@dopeblackdads.org or follow our conversations in-depth on our Facebook Group by searching 'Dope Black Dads'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Dope Black Dads Podcast is an adult-only podcast for all parents or adults preparing for parenthood. Led by Marvyn Harrison with contributions from the Dope Black Dads leadership as well as a host of special guests from the world of healing, media, parenting, TV/film, music, and beyond. We discuss everything from co-parenting, masculinity, and the Black experience all the way to our favourite Netflix show. Don't listen if you're expecting conversations about nappies! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.