REVIEWS AND PRESS
CELEBRATED PRODUCER AND FAMU GRAD DENISE HENDRICKS APPLAUDS POINT AND DRIVE
“ POINT AND DRIVE is a moving historical and cultural documentary about the dynamic and unique role music and band life play in shaping purpose and character in a young person's life.”
C. DENISE HENDRICKS / Senior Producer/ HLN
"POINT AND DRIVE reminds us that no matter where you are from or where you start, being of excellence and living in your passion can support your dreams and aspirations as you stay the course.”
MELISSA HUGHES/
PRESIDENT | Live Rich. Spread Wealth
“ POINT AND DRIVE is a moving historical and cultural documentary about the dynamic and unique role music and band life play in shaping purpose and character in a young person's life.”
DONIELLE BROWN
Educator
"POINT AND DRIVE demonstrates how the vision and passion of one soul can shape the lives of many, and the necessity of fighting to sustain what you believe in - no matter what happens. It is a story for people of all ages, one that will both inspire and provoke.”
RENEE WALLACE
CEO / Doers Consulting Alliance
CMO OF TOP MARKETING AGENCY
NICK NELSON SAYS "POINT AND DRIVE" GOES BEYOND THE SUPERFICIAL AND TELLS A REAL STORY OF THE BRILLIANCE OF HBCU MARCHING BANDS
“In her directorial debut, Brandi Mitchell has created a ground breaking documentary that displays the beauty, pageantry and excellence which is the HBCU Marching band experience. As a graduate of Florida A&M University, I understand the importance the Marching 100 plays in underscoring the pride and tradition of the school. This documentary goes beyond the superficial and tells a story from the mouths of former band members of how bands have developed character, provided opportunities and changed lives for the better.”
NICK V. NELSON/
CMO / Liquid Soul Marketing
ROLLING OUT MAGAZINE : BRANDI MITCHELL'S "POINT AND DRIVE" MARCHES TO BEAT OF LIFE
Anyone who has attended an HBCU is familiar with their school’s band and the hard work put in for each and every football game, and sometimes basketball game. Leading the pack is Florida A&M’s legendary Marching 100 Marching Band. Florida A&M alumna Brandi Mitchell’s new documentary takes the viewer on an intimate journey inside the HBCU Band phenomenon. Make sure you keep this on your radar to catch when it debuts later this year. READ MORE
EMMY AWARD WINNING PRODUCER NIKKI WEBBER- ALLEN SAYS POINT AND DRIVE TOOK HER BACK TO HER DAYS ON THE YARD.
“Through the viewpoint of the high stepping marching band, Point & Drive is an inspiring story that gives viewers a taste of the excitement, pride and fierce sense of community that embody the HBCU experience and leaves you hungry for more.”
NIKKI WEBBER ALLEN/
Emmy Award Winning Producer
SHADOW LEAGUE.COM: HBCU BAND DOCUMENTARY IN THE WORKS
Florida A&M graduate Brandi Mitchell is crafting a documentary that is long overdue. As the director of Point and Drive, the film gives viewers a look into the world of marching bands, its influence on those who join, and how this piece of Americana has grown to what it is today. READ MORE