Question 1

What was the original title and star considered for this film before its development?

Accepted Answer

An earlier version in June 2000 was to be titled "Petey Greene's Washington" and star Martin Lawrence, with Lurma Rackley writing the script before contract negotiations broke down.

Question 2

Which actor recommended Taraji P. Henson for her role while filming another movie together?

Accepted Answer

Terrence Howard, who was briefly attached to star as Petey Greene, recommended Taraji P. Henson for the part of Vernell while filming Hustle & Flow (2005).

Question 3

What major international film festivals featured this biographical drama?

Accepted Answer

It was an official selection at the San Sebastián International Film Festival and BFI London Film Festival in 2007.

Question 4

Who plays the ex-con turned radio host Petey Greene in the film?

Accepted Answer

Don Cheadle portrays Ralph "Petey" Greene, the Washington D.C. radio personality and community activist.

Question 5

What recognition did this film receive at the Independent Spirit Awards?

Accepted Answer

It won an award at the Independent Spirit Awards in 2008.

Question 6

What earlier version of this film was in development with a different title and star?

Accepted Answer

An earlier version was in development in June 2000 titled 'Petey Greene's Washington' and was to star Martin Lawrence, with Greene's biographer Lurma Rackley writing the script until contract negotiations broke down.

Question 7

Which actor recommended Taraji P. Henson for her role while they were filming another movie?

Accepted Answer

Terrence Howard, who was briefly attached to star as Petey Greene, recommended Taraji P. Henson for the part of Vernell while the two were filming Hustle & Flow (2005).

Question 8

What festivals did this film screen at in 2007?

Accepted Answer

The film screened at the San Sebastián International Film Festival and the BFI London Film Festival in 2007.

Question 9

Who plays the ex-con turned radio personality Petey Greene?

Accepted Answer

Don Cheadle plays the character Petey Greene, an ex-con who became a popular talk show host and community activist in 1960s Washington D.C.

Question 10

What award did this film win in 2008?

Accepted Answer

The film won an award at the Independent Spirit Awards in 2008.

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