Memphis-made movie premieres on Starz
Memphian Howard Bell IV directed the movie “Jookin” that follows characters who are immersed in the jookin style of dance and music, which originated in Memphis. (Courtesy Howard Bell IV)
The movie follows single mother Charlene and her son Quincy as they relocate to Memphis, and Quincy becomes intrigued with jookin.
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Christin Yates is a native Memphian who has worked in PR and copywriting since 2007. She earned her B.S. in public relations and M.S. in mass communications from Murray State University.
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