The critically acclaimed film To Live and Die and Live, directed by Qasim Basir, will be released in theaters starting May 16. The movie premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and features performances by Amin Joseph, Skye P. Marshall, Cory Hardrict, Omari Hardwick, Maryam Basir, Dana Gourrier, and Travina Springer.
The film, described as an ode to the city of Detroit, follows Hollywood filmmaker Muhammad (played by Amin Joseph) as he returns home to bury his stepfather. Confronted by past and present relationships, Muhammad’s struggles with addiction and personal loss threaten to derail him from settling his family’s affairs.
To Live and Die and Live is produced by AuthentiQ Films, Significant Productions, CinemaStreet Pictures, and Confluential Films. Producers include Nina Yang Bongiovi, Forest Whitaker, Amin Joseph, Samantha Basir, Dana Offenbach, Cory Hardrict, and Omari Hardwick.