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About us

Race Man Tell-A-Pictures is a media company founded by independent filmmaker/actor Sowande Tichawonna. The company was formed March 6, 2000 with the mission of producing content that reflects realistic images of African-American life and culture.

Director of Photography

DEREK J. ALLEN

sowande tichawonna

Principal - Director

Our studio

Race Man Tell-A-Pictures, founded by filmmaker/actor Sowande Tichawonna, began in 2000 with a mission to authentically depict African-American life. From the award-winning short film "Talkin’ Shop," inspired by Tichawonna's trip to Cuba, Race Man Tell-a-Pictures has evolved into a dynamic media powerhouse, now helping businesses navigate the post-COVID landscape through engaging digital content.

  • The New N Word

    Larry Neal Writer’s Award African Movie Academy Award Best International Short Film (Nominee)

  • Talkin Shop

    Mayor’s Art Award Outstanding Emerging Artist

We are the best award- winning team

Race Man Tell-A-Pictures, Founded By Filmmaker/Actor Sowande Tichawonna, Began In 2000 With A Mission To Authentically Depict African-American Life. From The Award-Winning Short Film "Talkin’ Shop," Inspired By Tichawonna's Trip To Cuba, Race Man Tell-A-Pictures Has Evolved Into A Dynamic Media Powerhouse, Now Helping Businesses Navigate The Post-COVID Landscape Through Engaging Digital Content.

Sowande

Principal - Director

Derek

Director of Photography

Eugene

Producer