In part two of our interview, Director Yelena Popovic shares how she brought together Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa, Quavo, and executive producer 50 Cent for Moses the Black. She reveals what attracted major hip-hop artists and other celebrities to an Orthodox faith-based film, Wiz Khalifa’s surprising commitment to the project, and why authentic storytelling was the key to earning their trust.
Watch part one of the interview.
Moses the Black releases January 30, 2026 in theaters.
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ABOUT THE FILM:
Moses the Black follows Malik (Omar Epps), a feared gang leader from Chicago’s West Side who is haunted by visions of St. Moses the Black after his grandmother leaves him an icon of the ancient saint. The film weaves together an original contemporary story with accurate depictions of the historical 4th-century Ethiopian saint who transformed from a violent gang leader into one of the most revered desert monks in Christian history. Cast: Omar Epps, Wiz Khalifa, Quavo, Chukwudi Iwuji Executive Producers: 50 Cent (G-Unit Film & Television), Wiz Khalifa (Taylor Gang Films), Omar Epps (BrooklynWorks Films)
ABOUT YELENA POPOVIC:
Yelena Popovic is the writer/director behind the acclaimed Orthodox film “Man of God” (2021). Through her production company Simeon Entertainment, she is dedicated to bringing the stories of the saints to global audiences.
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