1. We had the opportunity to work together on the set Charleston’s short film Help. What were your initial impressions of the concept after reading the script for the first time?
2. Did your opinions change after working with the rest of the cast and viewing the finished product?
3. What do you hopes do you have for Help‘s legacy?
4. Why do you think film’s like Help are important in today’s society?
5. How did this line up with your personal goals as an actor?
6.You’ve been a big supporter of this website for quite a while. First of all, thank you for that. What got you interested in Out of the Woodwork?
7. What advice do you have for people just starting to venture into the field of entertainment?
8. Of all of our past guests, who interests you the most?
9. Can you give us a few trivia facts about yourself?
[Derrick] Oh man, there aren’t too many interesting facts about me. I was born overseas in Germany because my father was serving in the military. I’ve always wanted to be an actor since the tender age of eight. I actually penned my first and only movie script when I was twelve years old. I started taking acting seriously beginning last year. I am related to the late great Otis Blackwell, who is my great uncle. He wrote songs for Elvis Presley like Don’t Be Cruel, All Shook Up, Jerry Lee Lewis’s Great Balls of Fire and Breathless, and a slew of other artists. My favorite actors of all time are Denzel Washington, Robert De Niro, Robert Downey Jr., Harvey Keitel, Al Pacino and bad boy Bruce Willis. And here is a real fun fact- I know how to pick up and pop open a soda can…. with my feet.
Derrick Smalls, Jr. is gaining momentum on the Charleston film scene. I will always, of course, root for success in my home town. I am encouraged by this actor’s positive outlook on life and determination to stand for racial equality. I’ll have my eye on Derrick in the coming year, and I would encourage you to do the same!
Until next time, I’m Chancy Johnson. Here to bring them~
Out of the Woodwork.
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