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Loyalty Over Everything (2025)
This film is based on the true events of the life of Samantha "SteadyRockin" Rogers, a Queer hip-hop music promoter who risks it all for the love of Hip-Hop, the love of Family, and the love of Love.
Director - Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Director - Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Director Biography - Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Drusilla's interest in film began in small town USA, in Easley, SC, after seeing "Gone with the Wind" on a middle school field trip. She finally found something more exciting than reading to broaden her imagination and take her to times, places, and events that she could only dream of. She began writing screenplays in college but spent her twenties and thirties working as a Human Resource Consultant while taking screenwriting classes and attending pitch competitions here and there. Then in 2020, there was the COVID lockdown, and she experienced an awakening. She decided that playing it safe is stupid and life is short. So she set out to do what she was always destined to do. She produced her first content, "The Unlearning of US: Episode 1, The Blue-gieman and US" of a six-part documentary series. The episode is available to view on Amazon Prime and Tubi.
Director Statement
Living my dream!
Please tell us your motivation for making your film:
I think that this film is one of a kind, real-life story that deserves attention. It fits perfectly with this festival's genre.
What are the themes and central messages you wanted to convey with your submission?:
The message for this film is that there is a struggle to life no matter who you are. That can be compounded for those whose sexuality, appearance, or gender isn't the norm. Difficulties can sometimes become compounded and everyday situations can lead to doubt and uncertainty resulting in bad decisions. And also conveys that there was a lot of lost during COVID and there were some amazing souls that we need to grieve.
Please list ANY possible CONTENT / TRIGGER Warnings:
Flashing siren lights; foul language, alcohol consumption
Credits:
Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Director
The Unlearning of US
Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Writer
Jonell Brown
Writer
Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Producer
The Unlearning of US
Michael Reed
Producer
Barbara Elyse
Key Cast
"Samantha Rogers"
Moneca Reid
Key Cast
"Linda Rogers"
DeShele Taylor
Key Cast
"Deborah Clinkscales"
D'Andra Williams
Key Cast
"Young Sam"
Sterling Reshaud
Key Cast
"Tariq "
Specs:
Project Type:
Feature
Runtime:
1 hour 16 minutes 59 seconds
Completion Date:
June 30, 2024
Production Budget:
250,000 USD
Country of Origin:
United States
Country of Filming:
United States
Language:
English
Shooting Format:
Digital
Aspect Ratio:
16:9
Film Color:
Color
First-time Filmmaker:
No
Student Project:
No
- Year2025
- Runtime01:16:59
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorDrusilla Jean Talley-Williams
- ScreenwriterDrusilla Jean Talley-Williams
- ProducerDrusilla Jean Talley-Williams
!GBFF2025 Pass: All Five GBFF2025 Collections! (Excludes some Special Screenings)
Loyalty Over Everything (2025)
This film is based on the true events of the life of Samantha "SteadyRockin" Rogers, a Queer hip-hop music promoter who risks it all for the love of Hip-Hop, the love of Family, and the love of Love.
Director - Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Director - Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Director Biography - Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Drusilla's interest in film began in small town USA, in Easley, SC, after seeing "Gone with the Wind" on a middle school field trip. She finally found something more exciting than reading to broaden her imagination and take her to times, places, and events that she could only dream of. She began writing screenplays in college but spent her twenties and thirties working as a Human Resource Consultant while taking screenwriting classes and attending pitch competitions here and there. Then in 2020, there was the COVID lockdown, and she experienced an awakening. She decided that playing it safe is stupid and life is short. So she set out to do what she was always destined to do. She produced her first content, "The Unlearning of US: Episode 1, The Blue-gieman and US" of a six-part documentary series. The episode is available to view on Amazon Prime and Tubi.
Director Statement
Living my dream!
Please tell us your motivation for making your film:
I think that this film is one of a kind, real-life story that deserves attention. It fits perfectly with this festival's genre.
What are the themes and central messages you wanted to convey with your submission?:
The message for this film is that there is a struggle to life no matter who you are. That can be compounded for those whose sexuality, appearance, or gender isn't the norm. Difficulties can sometimes become compounded and everyday situations can lead to doubt and uncertainty resulting in bad decisions. And also conveys that there was a lot of lost during COVID and there were some amazing souls that we need to grieve.
Please list ANY possible CONTENT / TRIGGER Warnings:
Flashing siren lights; foul language, alcohol consumption
Credits:
Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Director
The Unlearning of US
Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Writer
Jonell Brown
Writer
Drusilla Jean Talley-Williams
Producer
The Unlearning of US
Michael Reed
Producer
Barbara Elyse
Key Cast
"Samantha Rogers"
Moneca Reid
Key Cast
"Linda Rogers"
DeShele Taylor
Key Cast
"Deborah Clinkscales"
D'Andra Williams
Key Cast
"Young Sam"
Sterling Reshaud
Key Cast
"Tariq "
Specs:
Project Type:
Feature
Runtime:
1 hour 16 minutes 59 seconds
Completion Date:
June 30, 2024
Production Budget:
250,000 USD
Country of Origin:
United States
Country of Filming:
United States
Language:
English
Shooting Format:
Digital
Aspect Ratio:
16:9
Film Color:
Color
First-time Filmmaker:
No
Student Project:
No
- Year2025
- Runtime01:16:59
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorDrusilla Jean Talley-Williams
- ScreenwriterDrusilla Jean Talley-Williams
- ProducerDrusilla Jean Talley-Williams
