Adrian Burks

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

Malik and Jamal, learn what it’s really like growing up in America as two African American boys through the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. . . Each decade providing emotional challenges that bring the boys into adulthood. While Malik deals with his sexuality and family conflict, Jamal struggles finding his voice. . . The world outside is full of hardships, but inside the home is safe ground. . . How will their family and friendship survive the changing of times, and how will they learn to become men in a society full of turmoil and rampant injustice?

Malik and Jamal, learn what it’s really like growing up in America as two African American boys through the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. . . Each decade providing emotional challenges that bring the boys into adulthood. While Malik deals with his sexuality and family conflict, Jamal struggles finding his voice. . . The world outside is full of hardships, but inside the home is safe ground. . . How will their family and friendship survive the changing of times, and how will they learn to become men in a society full of turmoil and rampant injustice?