'Rooted Betrayal ', the 30-minute movie by Jamaican Fernando Edwards was released on April 15 by Amazon Prime.
Edwards, who lives in Los Angeles, stars as Andre in what is his first major project, a "psychological thriller" that also stars Suely Ramos as Stacy.
He also wrote the screenplay and produced 'Rooted Betrayal' which took over two years to complete.
From Portmore in St. Catherine parish, Edwards got involved in the film industry after moving to California just over 10 years ago. The courses he took in acting, writing and directing have been beneficial.
"Having the ability to understand all aspects of the industry can be a valuable asset. Knowing every single step from creating all the way down to marketing helps me to feel more confident and comfortable in my role. With this knowledge, I can focus on the creative aspects of my ideas and work on building a strong catalog of films from all my scripts," he said. "The pressure is definitely loosened when having a comprehensive understanding of the industry, and this can now help me to make better-informed decisions and bring my vision to life."
Edwards is a partner in the Taste Of Flava catering company in Los Angeles. He has appeared in movies such as 'She Ball', a 2020 comedy starring Nick Cannon, Cedric The Entertainer and Chris Brown.
'Rooted Betrayal' features several dancehall songs by artists such as Chronic Law.
Written By Howard Campbell