Documentary on Kenny ‘Babyface’ Edmonds Begins Production With Backing From HarbourView Equity Partners
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LOS ANGELES, March 14, 2025 (ENTERTAINMENT INTERVIEWS) — Entertainment investment firm HarbourView Equity Partners has announced that a new documentary on multi-GRAMMY-winning artist Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds is now in production. The film is directed by Emmy-nominated filmmaker Chris Moukarbel and produced by Kenya Barris.
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The film will follow Edmonds as he reflects on his career, discusses his songwriting and producing process, and revisits his collaborations with artists including Toni Braxton, Whitney Houston, Bobby Brown, Eric Clapton, Mary J. Blige, Michael Jackson, Boyz II Men, Mariah Carey, Lil Wayne, Beyoncé, Madonna and SZA, according to the company.
Edmonds has won 13 GRAMMY® Awards and received 83 nominations. His work has contributed to more than 800 million records sold and over a billion records streamed. In addition to his solo career, Edmonds and Antonio “L.A.” Reid founded LaFace Records in 1989, a label known for launching the careers of Toni Braxton, Outkast, Usher, TLC, P!nk, Ciara, Goodie Mob, T.I. and Donnell Jones.
The documentary will include interviews with Edmonds, access to his personal archive and behind-the-scenes footage of his upcoming shows in Las Vegas.
“I’ve often wondered how an unassuming kid from Indianapolis got to where he is today, working with artists and achieving dreams I could’ve never imagined when I first started. This documentary is giving me a chance to go down memory lane with a fine-tooth comb, reexamining the highs and lows of my life and career. I’m discovering where all the songs really came from – and perhaps just as important, the how and why,” said Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds.
“Babyface and his music has always been part of the soundtrack of my life. His imprint on the music world is massive and I feel really honored to be even a small part in sharing his story through directing this film,” said director Chris Moukarbel.
“At HarbourView, we’re passionate about investing in stories and creators who’ve shaped culture in lasting ways. Babyface’s influence on music and artistry is immeasurable – his songs have defined generations. We’re proud to support this project celebrating his genius, legacy, and the emotional honesty behind his work,” said Sherrese Clarke, Founder & CEO, HarbourView Equity Partners.
“Babyface is one of one – a culture-defining hitmaker whose impact cannot be denied or overstated. We’re honored to be a part of telling his story and grateful that we’re teaming with Harbourview, a company that understands the importance of investing in culture and storytelling like this, to do so. I hope this project not only spotlights Babyface's remarkable career but also gives people a glimpse into the man behind the musical genius, who just might be one of the funniest motherf---ers I’ve ever met,” said producer Kenya Barris.
HarbourView Equity Partners is financing and producing the film. UTA Independent Film Group is representing the sale.
For more information, visit www.harbourviewequity.com.
Source: HarbourView Equity Partners
WaterTower Music Releases Soundtrack for "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" Composed by Ilan Eshkeri
LOS ANGELES, September 20, 2024 (VSNewsNetwork.com) – WaterTower Music has released the original soundtrack for Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, composed by Ilan Eshkeri. The soundtrack is available now on digital platforms, ahead of the documentary's theatrical release on September 21 and 25. Directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, the film is distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Studios through Fathom Events.
The documentary chronicles Christopher Reeve's rise to fame as the iconic Superman and his transformation into a symbol of courage after a 1995 accident left him paralyzed. Eshkeri describles the score as blending traditional Hollywood orchestration with experimental techniques, reflecting Reeve’s journey from actor to advocate. Eshkeri said, “The score for this film captures the profound emotional journey of Christopher Reeve and his family... It’s a powerful musical tribute to the resilience of the human spirit.”
The directors noted that working with Eshkeri was a privilege, stating that his score played a key role in delivering emotional and immersive moments in the film. The soundtrack, featuring themes like "Super/Man" and "For a Reason," serves as a tribute to Reeve’s strength and legacy.
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story presents a deeply personal look at Reeve's life through never-before-seen home movies and interviews with his three children, along with conversations with his Hollywood colleagues. The documentary highlights Reeve’s activism in spinal cord injury research and disability rights, in addition to his acting career.
For more information, visit WaterTower Music’s official website.
Source: WaterTower Music via Business Wire