Cheetah in August
| Cheetah In August | |
|---|---|
| Genre |
Drama Romance LGBT |
| Created by |
Anthony Bawn Brentley Bawn |
| Starring |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 22 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) |
Anthony Bawn Brentley Bawn |
| Producer(s) | Andrea Tyler |
| Location(s) | Los Angeles |
| Editor(s) |
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| Camera setup | Robert Adams |
| Running time | 17–31 minutes |
| Production company(s) | Bawn Media Group |
| Release | |
| Original network | BawnTv |
| Original release | August 25, 2015 – present |
| External links | |
| Website | |
Cheetah In August is an American drama television series created by Anthony Bawn for Vimeo On Demand that debuted on August 25, 2015.[1][2] A former track star, August Chandler (aka "Cheetah") struggling with his identity discovers that he possesses a power to heal through the acts of sex. [His] distorted views on love, negatively affects the people closest to him. The journey of the main character, August, from his high school years into adult life is extremely interesting and current to the times of today. Sexuality, love, religion, psychology, and self-hate are all themes that are touched on throughout this series and it definitely raises awareness to societal issues that are often swept under the rug. This project is allowing people to come face to face with situations that happen on a daily basis. Oftentimes, when people are dealing with personal issues they tend to harbor their feelings because they fear being judged. I want people to realize the negative affects that this can cause in hopes that someone watching can find the courage to seek help and break free. Cheetah In August's first season premiered in full on August 25, 2015,[3] The series has been renewed for a second season.
Main cast
- Andre Myers as August Chandler, former high school track star that developed a condition in which he believe he is able to heal through sexual connection.
- Jonathan Medina as Dr. Thatcher Anderson, August’s therapist
- Brandon Anthony, as Anthony a University History teacher.
- Rashad Davis as Chanel Houston, successful author and news anchor.
- Judeline Charles as Donna Anderson, wife of Thatcher Anderson and TV Journalist
Recurring cast
- Devion Coleman as Brennen
- Donta Morrison as Chuck
- Jennipher Lewis as Cora
- Brentley Bawn as Cory
- Dre Matthews as Donnie
Season 1 Cast Photos and Stills (2015)
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | "Pilot (It’s Cheetah)" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | August 25, 2015 |
| 2 | 2 | "Mahogany Sings the Blues" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | August 25, 2015 |
| 3 | 3 | "You Got the Answers" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | August 25, 2015 |
| 4 | 4 | "I Lost God" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | August 25, 2015 |
| 5 | 5 | "He’s Coming" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | September 1, 2015 |
| 6 | 6 | "Doors Closing" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | September 8, 2015 |
| 7 | 7 | "Steam and Light" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | September 15, 2015 |
| 8 | 8 | "Work of Art" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | September 22, 2015 |
| 9 | 9 | "Black Arts Movement" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone | September 29, 2015 |
| 10 | 10 | "Were All Tops" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone & Anthony Bawn | October 13, 2015 |
| 11 | 11 | "Let’s Move Around" | Anthony Bawn | Andrew Malone & Anthony Bawn | October 13, 2015 |
| 12 | 12 | "Fight or Flight" | Anthony Bawn | Anthony Bawn | October 13, 2015 |
Season 2 (2015)
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 1 | "Calling All the Monsters" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright & Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 14 | 2 | "Reunited and It Feels So Good" | Anthony Bawn | Keanu Gallen & Corey Wright | October 25, 2016 |
| 15 | 3 | "Without Love" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 16 | 4 | "Here Comes the Boom" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 17 | 5 | "Give In" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 18 | 6 | "Win Some, Lose, Some" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 19 | 7 | "Chanel from Hell" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 20 | 8 | "Touchstone" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 21 | 9 | "Spent" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
| 22 | 10 | "To a Head" | Anthony Bawn | Corey Wright and Rhonda Kennedy | October 25, 2016 |
Background
Anthony Bawn created the pilot Cheetah In August for Vimeo.com, which became available for free streaming and download on August 25, 2015. He was inspired by Patrik-Ian Polk, series Noah's Arc that aired in 2005. The show stars Andre Myers and Jonathan Medina, as Therapist and Patient struggle to uncover the real condition of August. August Chandler, Andre Myers, from his high school years into adult life touches on the topics of Sexuality, love, religion, psychology, and self-hate. Dr. Thatcher Anderson, Jonathan Medina, is August's therapists hired by former lover, author, and News Anchor Chanel Houston (Rashad Davis). At the start of the season we are introduced to August's alter ego "Cheetah" whom is the driving force as to why August is prevented from enjoying a monogamous relationship with August's current lover Anthony, (Brandon Anthony). The tables are turned when we discover that August had escaped from an abusive relationship with Chanel, and gets a job, working in a local gay bar called Lady Marmalade owned by Chuck (Donta Morrison) along with his lover Corey (Brentley Willis).
In the midst of hiding from his past August attempts to start over with Anthony. However, Chanel finds August and proclaims his love for him while admitting he is in a new relationship with Brennen (Devion Andrez Coleman), that he plans to go public with the launch of his new book "Doors Open." August finds himself in a corner and calls Thatcher for help. Thatcher's wife Donna, (Judeline Charles), is left in the dark about the developing relationship between August and Thatcher to only to find out through Thatcher's over observant secretary Cora, (Jennipher Lewis). Everything down spirals as Anthony discovers August hunting past and confronts him at Thatcher's office. As all the pages unfold the connection with each character is intertwine within a weave of sex, lies, deception, and murder. This series definitely raises awareness to societal issues that are often swept under the rug. Cheetah In August premiered all twelve episodes simultaneously in late October 2015
Production
Anthony has said that he hopes to use the series to explore ideas of ethnic LGBT identity through a "mentally confused young adult searching for normalcy" and that he pictured how a young black male growing up in a religious family could develop social desegregation within the gay community.
Awards
Season 1(2015)
| Award | Date of Ceremony | Category | Recipients | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Web Series Festival Global | August 4, 2016 | Outstanding Drama Series | Cheetah In August | Nominated | |
| The GFaB Awards | September 15, 2016 | Best LGBT TV Series Drama | Cheetah In August | Pending |
References
- ↑ "Watch: Cheetah In August (Web Series Trailer)". Cypher Avenue. February 7, 2015. Retrieved February 12, 2014.
- ↑ "LA Weekly: Cheetah In August". LA Weekly. August 21, 2015. Retrieved August 25, 2015.
- ↑ "Cheetah In August (Exclusive)". Raynbow Affiar (magazine). November 21, 2015. Retrieved November 25, 2015.
External links
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