Eric Benet NewsEric Benet To Star In ‘Trinity Goodheart’
by Wilson Morales
February 23, 2011
R&B crooner Eric Benét, who’s about to get married to Manuela Testolini, Prince‘s ex-wife, will have a starring role in the independent film ‘Trinity Goodheart,’ which was written by Rhonda Freeman-Baraka.
Directed by cinematographer Joanne Hock, the film centers around a 12-year-old girl, played by Erica Gluck, on a mission to reunite her disjointed family, stated Variety.
Trinity Goodheart (Gluck) is an exceptionally gifted 12 year old girl who is raised by her free-spirited musician father Jeremy (Benét). When Trinity is visited by an angel who leaves her a pendant that belonged to her long-lost mother, Trinity concludes her mother is in danger and needs her help. Against her father’s wishes, Trinity begins a journey to reunite her disjointed family and, in the process, teaches them the value of love, faith and forgiveness.
Produced by Rick Eldridge‘s ReelWorks Studios, the film will debut at the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) in July before receiving a limited theatrical run.
The family entertainment GMC TV has acquired all broadcast and television rights.
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) will be held in Miami, Florida during July 6-9, 2011.
Eric Benét made his solo recording debut with 1996’s True To Myself and has remained a force on the R&B charts ever since with numerous #1 hits, awards and critical acclaim. The three-time Grammy® nominated artist released his latest album, Lost in Time, in November 2010. As an actor, Mr. Benét appeared in 2001’s Glitter and on television in the series’ “Half & Half” and “For Your Love.” Trinity Goodheart is Mr. Benét’s first major acting role.
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