Standing Firm (One Family's Fight Against Domestic Violence)

From the novel by Gerald C. Anderson, Sr.

Lorraine "Raine" Davis, the youngest of the Davis family, wants to be a star! She’s willing and ready to do whatever it takes to get a record deal; even if that means disappointing her father and trading in the only man, she’s ever loved to join forces with Damien Black and his demonic organization. On the biggest day of her life, her allegiance is tested, and she’s faced with the difficult decision to continue singing in the church choir and living for the Lord or forever give up the only existence she’s ever known.

Damien promised Raine a lavish lifestyle beyond her wildest dreams. She leaves the church, denounces her family and signs her name in blood to reap all of the benefits that were promised to her. After converting, Raine’s world erupts. She is ill-prepared for the infidelity and physical abuse she must endure at the hands of her new beau, Damien. Raine is reminded daily of her reckless decision by having to hide the bruises on her body and live with the emotional scars.

In a desperate attempt to undo what has never been done, Raine's fight to win her soul back is not an easy one. Only God and God alone can help her now.

Standing Firm Credits Page
Co-Produced by

Gerald C. Anderson, Sr.
Renata M. Smith

Directed by

Omar Richardson

Assistant Director

Andra Richardson

First Assistant Director

Jordan Hanna

Second Assistant Director

Yania White

Written by

Gerald C. Anderson, Sr.
Renata M. Smith

Cast

Starring

Renata Mikae as Raine Davis
David A. Jackson as Damien Black

Co-Starring

Tashima Johnson as Penny Davis
Lynette Williams as Nya Davis
Aaliyah Terry as LaJuan Craig

Featuring

Elliot Bunche as Don Wilson
Len Jackson as Cornelius Davis
Michael Jacques as Jay Thompson
Derek Holmes, Jr. as Jayden

Extras

Valansiar Key as Diane Davis
Kevin Rushing as the Leader
Cranstan Cumberbatch as Music Industry Representative
Dominique Bedford as Don’s Girlfriend
Gregory Grist as the Doctor
Yolande Clarke as the Police Detective
Bryan Agard as Charles
Taryn Lowe as the Receptionist
Monique J. Brown as Raine’s Assistant
Bryant Camareno as Male Board Member
Shanitra Albury as Aunt Bea
Joi Banks as Female Board Member
Jason Donaldson as Derrick
Stephanie Debro as Aunt Bobbie
Lereste Alcime, Jr. as Bryan
Letisha ingram as Raine’s Friend
Vanessa Rainey Johnson as Concert Goer #1
Esther Ingram as Concert Goer #2
Sasha Jenkins as Concert Goer #3
Valzina Lewis as Concert Goer #4
DeWanna Knight as Concert Goer #5
Shawn Saxton as Concert Goer #6
Amanda Glenn as Concert Goer #7
Marlene Glenn as Concert Goer #8

Music by

Gerald C. Anderson, Sr.
Lahla-Hadiya and the Tone of Lah Band
God’s Anointed
Fred Jones
Crystal Capheart Williams
Macheeste Malloy
Denoted Poetry Ministries

Casting by

Renata M. Smith

Raine Davis Costume Design by

Antonella Lavoile (BellaNella Fashion)
Jessica Rios (All Brides to Be, Tuxedo and Formalwear)

Makeup by

Angelia Stevenson (Brushes of Beauty)

Camera

First Assistant Camera – Greg Grist
Lighting Technician/Second Assistant Camera – Jordan Hanna
Camera Operator/Lighting Operator -  Omar Richardson
Lighting Technician – Ricardo Dupri Saint-Louis
Assistant Camera/Lighting Technician – Yania White

Graphic Designs by

Wallace King

Stylist

Tristan Richards

Special Thanks

Zabronda Anderson
James Jackson
Jeanette Jackson
Debra Reddick
Terrance Reddick
Leslie Saint-Julien
Shawn Saxton
Sylvia Wilson
Tina Marie-Hollywood
Virginia Wiggins
Blue Moon 211
Clarion Hotel, Brandon, Florida
Extended Stay America, Tampa Florida
Homewood Suites, Tampa Florida
Inkwell Pictures
LaLa Mansion Music Studio
Law Offices of Manuel and Janella Machin
Love First Christian Center
None Lost Movement
Taking Opportunities to Reach Compelling Heights (T.O.R.C.H.)
Madhouse Design

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