2 Chainz had the support of his loved ones as he debuted his short film Red Clay at this year’s Atlanta Film Festival.
The rapper arrived at the Plaza Theatre on May 3 alongside his wife, Kesha Epps, and their three children—Heaven, Halo, and Harmony.
The family made a stylish entrance, with Heaven, Harmony, and their mom dressed in black, while 2 Chainz and Halo matched in cream-colored suits.
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Also there to cheer him on were his mother and extended family, showing up in full support of his latest creative move.
Red Clay, which 2 Chainz co-wrote with actor Omar Epps, centers on a teen named Nook who’s navigating life in early 2000s Atlanta while his mother battles drug addiction.
With his best friend Bub by his side, Nook does his best to hold on to hope through challenging circumstances.
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“I tell stories through my music, always hoping people feel empowered to overcome anything,” said 2 Chainz, whose real name is Tauheed Epps. “‘Red Clay’ is an extension of that. Atlanta is full of resilience, and bringing Nook and Bub’s story to life—everyday folks fighting to survive—means everything to me. Creating this with Omar Epps was truly legendary.”
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Omar Epps added, “My inspiration to write this film came from the need to unpack brutal truths and showcase the complexities of why Black and brown communities normalize trauma. It’s my hope to inspire conversations that motivate people to have more grace and compassion toward one another.”
For the film’s theme song, 2 Chainz collaborated with the Isley Brothers on “The ATL Experience,” a track that is featured in the Red Clay soundtrack.
While fans have seen him in projects like Starz’s BMF and the 2022 film The Enforcer, Red Clay marks a major shift for 2 Chainz as he steps into the role of writer and storyteller.