Curtis Jackson—a.k.a. the rapper known as 50 Cent—might not be known best for his acting ability, but he wants to change that. It's why he created his production company, Cheetah Vision Films, and made a deal with Lionsgate to create 10 films for them, one of which he premiered at Sundance in 2010. But while "Twelve" might not have received the recognition he would have liked, Jackson isn't giving up his dream of being an acknowledged actor and filmmaker.
"The first time I came here I was here as additional talent. Music. Now, to be here, to actually be a part of the filmmaking process, is great," Jackson said about his experience at Sundance.
Jackson's in Park City, Utah, this year to promote his production company, which still has four more films to make as part of their deal with Lionsgate, and it's likely that Jackson will try to bring one back next year as well. As for his transition into acting, Jackson said it's a constant work in progress. Read More...
Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson has been a steadily growing presence in Hollywood since his 2005 big screen debut, "Get Rich Or Die Tryin'." That first outing was a little rough, but he's since improved his game in "Righteous Kill," "Home of the Brave" and, most recently, the Sundance favorite "Twelve," which wider audiences will hopefully get to see later this year. Jackson is getting ready for his next feature now, and he'll be trading in the trademark Kevlar vest for bulkier shoulder pads and a team jersey.
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