The event at the Plaza Cinema on January 29th was a night to remember and will go down in history as an unforgettable experience for all involved.

VIRAL The Short Film… "A Magnum Med Jawn" written, produced, and directed by Ahmed 'Magnum' Lindsay is one of today's most "Real Viral" short films today. This short film tells the story of how two young men seeking attention and social media fame make regrettable decisions and experience extreme consequences for their actions.  

This film was written and filmed almost 5 years ago, though it took 5 years to finish it still touches on one of the most relevant topics of our day and culture. VIRAL The Short Film star two up-and-coming actors in one of their first film projects, Shalom C. Obiago & Pierce Williams. Shalom C. Obiago is an actor who plays on shows such as BMF, Atlanta, Black Hamptons, and P-Vally, and his co-star Pierce Williams is a published print model and an actor playing on shows such as American Horror Story and Step Up.

perfect blend of entertainment and education, ‘VIRAL’ left film fans inspired and encouraged them to explore independent films further. Guests could also walk away with some special VIRAL-themed photos from the red carpet and step & repeat, making it a truly unique event that is sure to be remembered for years to come.  The success of this screening proves there is still a place for quality independent films in today's world, something that Ahmed 'Magnum' Lindsay is proud of. He hopes his story will motivate others to follow their dreams and continue creating art that speaks to their souls.  This was a night to remember and undoubtedly one that will go down in the annals of cinema history.

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In addition to the Viral team, the guest alongside  included:

Lady Fiancée, Trelles Williams  :
Tevin
Austin Rogers :
Teon Beckett
Patrick Lamar
Everett McCauley and Justin Snowden :
Myia Butler
Kellon Deryck
Say Rex
Lucky Sandrino Stylez
Jarrod Lindsay
DJ Waffles
Belinda Sanders

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This screening was an unforgettable night for all involved as it provided insight into how two young influencers make decisions based on their desire for fame without considering the consequences. The audience had the opportunity to get up close and personal with ‘VIRAL’ by engaging in conversations with the cast & crew during the Q&A session after the movie. Guest had an opportunity to ask questions about their roles in the movie and learn from the cast & crew how they prepared for their characters. During the Q&A, Ahmed 'Magnum' Lindsay spoke about how he wanted the audience to see his character’s complexity and journey, which resonated with many of those present.

A diverse crowd attended the screening, including film industry professionals, influencers, media personalities, up-and-coming actors/actresses, producers, directors, and more. All guests were left inspired by the stories presented in ‘VIRAL’ and left looking forward to the future of independent film.

It was truly an incredible event that will not be forgotten soon! It was a night of celebration for everyone involved, from Ahmed 'Magnum' Lindsay, who walked off stage at the end of the screening, to guests who had tears in their eyes after hearing about how he wanted them to connect with his character's journey. It was an unforgettable experience that will never be forgotten by those lucky enough to attend.

Thank you for taking the time to read about this incredible event. We hope that it has inspired you to explore independent films further and also provided some insight into how two influencers handle the fame and its consequences. Until next time, we wish you all the best!

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