Inspired by journalist Dan Charnas’ book “The Big Payback,” “The Breaks” will be written, directed and executive produced by Seith Mann — a man whose been credited w/ “The Wire,” “The Walking Dead,” and “Homeland.” Primo will serve as executive music producer as well as provide the score of the film.
“The Breaks” will chronicle the journey of Nikki, David and DeeVee, three friends united by their love of hip-hop, as they work to make their big mark in the music industry. The film will travel viewers back to the summer of 1990 in New York City where the music industry’s artists and hustlers intersect in the dance clubs and the street corners of the still crime-ridden city. Nikki Jones is a brilliant recent graduate who abandoned a scholarship to law school to pursue her dream of becoming a record executive. Her boyfriend, David Aaron, is the scrappy son of a legendary music producer who is unwilling to rest on his father’s laurels and notorious reputation. DeeVee is an aspiring producer on the hunt to find the next big rapper on the come-up.
