About Us.
FBE Productions
"Our Roots Run Deep"
Who We Are
FBE Productions is a collective of seasoned creatives united by a deep commitment to storytelling, artistic integrity, and community empowerment. Founded in April 2023, our team is made up of five industry professionals—John Stover Jr. (Yield Management), Paulette D. Harris (716Artists), John Massey (Myracles Media Production), Monique Cunningham (MoeTown Ent.), and Phil Davis Sr. (SkoVu TV)—each bringing over 30 years of experience in visual and performing arts.
From film and television to stage and multimedia production, we are passionate about crafting compelling narratives that reflect the richness of our culture, the resilience of our communities, and the power of collaboration. At FBE, Family Before Everything isn’t just our name—it’s our philosophy. We believe in building together, growing together, and creating art that moves, heals, and uplifts.
Our tagline, “Our Roots Run Deep,” is more than a motto—it’s a reminder of where we come from, what we’ve sacrificed, and why we lead with love and authenticity in everything we do.
What We Do - Past Projects
"Family Before Everything"
Our debut feature film was shot in the summer of 2023 and premiered to a sold-out audience in April 2024 in Buffalo, NY. The film received critical acclaim and was selected for multiple prestigious festivals, including:
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Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival
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Gary International Black Film Festival
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Hollywood South Urban Film Festival
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Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (Award Winner, Atlanta 2024)
"Diamonds in the Rust"
Inspired by Erie County Legislature Chairwoman April Baskin’s “Level Up” program, this powerful documentary explores transformation and opportunity in underserved communities. Filmed in Buffalo in late 2023, it is currently in post-production.
"Deadline"
In 2024, we joined the Buffalo 48-Hour Film Festival with a sharp, witty horror-comedy short titled Deadline, further showcasing our range in genre storytelling.
FBE Indie Short Film Festival
Launched in October 2024 at the Buffalo Academy for Visual & Performing Arts, this annual festival celebrates independent filmmakers and provides a platform for emerging voices in film. It reflects our ongoing mission to uplift local talent and invest in the next generation of storytellers.
Current Projects
We are actively filming several projects, including:
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A faith-based short film series, reimagining modern-day stories from the Bible
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Additional short films, documentaries, and multimedia projects that highlight local voices and global themes
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Work With Us
FBE Productions offers full-service media creation including:
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Commercials
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Series and films
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Music videos
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Professional audio and video editing
Whether you're an organization, artist, or business looking to bring your vision to life—we’re here to collaborate and create something powerful together.
Contact us to discuss your project. Let's tell your story—with purpose and power.
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FBE PRODUCTION LLC
"Our Roots Run Deep"
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