Mark McKinnon is captivating audiences as one of the leads of BET Her’s The Waiting Room. A partnership between BET Networks and MegaMind Media, BET Her features four female-centric original short films. Directed by Sheryl Lee Ralph, The Waiting Room follows the lives of two women waiting to hear if they have breast cancer and the journeys they take after receiving the life-changing diagnosis. It’s a project that is near and dear to Mark McKinnon not only because he’s lost loved ones to the disease but because of the impact
Director-writer Shawn Linden is a filmmaker on the rise. His award-winning features have been seen at festivals around the world. His latest, Hunter Hunter, is a survival horror-thriller that stars Devon Sawa, Camille Sullivan, Nick Stahl, and Summer H. Howell. Set in the remote wilderness, Hunter Hunter follows a family of fur trappers whose livelihood is threatened when a rogue wolf appears. Pop Culturalist had the pleasure of speaking with Shawn about Hunter Hunter. PC: Tell us about Hunter Hunter and the inspiration behind the film. Shawn: Hunter Hunter is
Singer-songwriter Declan Gibson is Yorkshire’s best-kept secret. In 2020, he dropped his first single, “Better off Without,” which was one of the most exciting debuts of the year. Following up on that success, Declan has released yet another hit, “Come Back,” which will unquestionably tug at your heartstrings. We caught up with Declan to chat about both of these songs and about getting his start in music. PC: How did you discover your passion for music? Declan: I grew up in my grandmother’s house and we had instruments everywhere. Before
NYC-based model, actress, musician, and influencer Jarry Lee has been making headlines throughout her career. She’s been featured in publications that include Elite Daily, PopSugar, and Thrive Global as well as in the Netflix docuseries Dating Around. She’s also using her platform to bring awareness to mental health and anxiety and fighting for greater representation in the industry. Pop Culturalist caught up with Jarry to learn more about her and her exciting career. PC: How did you discover your passion for the arts? Jarry: I feel privileged to have had