John Singleton: higher learning in Hollywood: moviemaker opens up about his work and his relationship with model and actress Tyra Banks.(Interview)

From: Ebony | Date: April 1, 1995| Author: Collier, Aldore | Copyright information

Singleton even as a child wanted to make movies. Discussed are the steps he took in his life so that even fresh out of college, he got the studios to consider his script for "Boyz in the Hood." He managed to keep artistic control of the film too. His relationship with Tyra Banks is discussed.

When he wroter and directed Boyz N The Hood four years ago, John Singleton became the toast of Hollywood. At 23, he became the first Black and the youngest director ever nominated for an Osca...

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