( ENSPIRE Entertainment ) Brown Invites “Is God Is” Director Aleshea Harris, Journalist Chris Witherspoon, to Intimate Screening
Sterling K. Brown, a renowned, award-winning actor, recently hosted an intimate screening of “Is God Is” accompanied by writer and director Aleshea Harris and journalist Chris Witherspoon at NeueHouse. The event, held by Vibes & Views on April 24, 2026, featured Brown delving into his new role in the upcoming film. Brown wasn’t able to attend the NYC premiere of Amazon and MGM’s “Is God Is” and decided to take matters into his own hands to showcase this new film. This important opportunity showed an audience a deep discussion about “Is God Is”, including Brown’s character role as a monster, a more gritty and antagonistic side in his acting range. Best known for his iconic, compassionate father character Randall from “This is Us”, Brown shared the challenges and acting transformations that brought the dark side of his character and how it will affect viewers upon the film’s official release.
In 2016, the American Playwriting Foundation awarded Aleshea Harris the Relentless Award as the playwright of “Is God Is.” Her extensive experience comes before her; with such a theatrical and writing background, it’s no surprise she has taken the opportunity to bring one of her written works to the big screen. This is her first feature directorial debut, produced by Riva Marker, Kishori Rajan, and Tessa Thompson.
The story of “Is God Is” begins with twin sisters Racine and Anaia, who visit their dying mother, who has one last request: to find their father and exact revenge on her behalf. The father, who previously set their mother on fire and left her for dead, also abandoned his children. Two sisters go on a journey to avenge their mother and themselves. The film’s aesthetic is Southern Gothic with an afropunk style that breaks away from classic Western frontier tropes.
“Is God Is” explores themes of vengeance, the bonds of sisterhood, family trauma, and grappling with forgiveness and toxicity. The film will have audiences wondering if Racine and Anaia will prioritize their own agency over their family’s past and suffering. The twins played by Kara Young and Mallori Johnson have great, deep chemistry that showcases a dark side of sibling rivalry and family love. With powerhouse performances from Sterling K. Brown, Vivica A. Fox, and Janelle Monáe, to name a few. You can look forward to the auditory and visual spectacle on May 15 for its release in theaters.
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