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Sep. 29, 2009 - Comedian Derrick Ellis provides the comedy relief in the Film. This is Mr. Ellis first starring role in a motion picture. We ask how did it feel to be a featured comedian/actor in the movie? Mr. Ellis replied "It's a blessing from God!" The movie showcases Derrick doing his unique comedy style in this must see urban Film. Mr. Ellis has been performing stand-up comedy for 21 years, however, he got this role when the director (Melvin Issac) saw him performing in Starbucks Coffee House. Mr. Ellis had a production inside Starbucks called Derrick Ellis's Comedy and Coffee! Melvin offered Derrick the job on the spot!
The movie Hollywood Vixens opens Friday, October 9th 2009 in Los Angeles, Ca.@ Laemmle's Grande 4-Plex (Theatres) 345 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, Ca 90071 (Downtown LA) for more information call the Box Office at 213 617-0268 or log on to myspace.com/
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Comedian/Actor/
Entrepreneur/
Author: Derrick Ellis is a seasoned touring stand-up comedian. He works concert halls, colleges, and comedy clubs all over the country. He has been featured on Bet's Comic View for nine seasons as well as Hbo's Def Comedy Jam for one season. Derrick has two recorded comedy cds out entitled "Talking Noise" & Derrick Ellis Presents Comedy and Music. Mr. Ellis also has a clothing line called "Funny Wear" for more info on his clothing line log on to www.funnywearclothing.com or to book comedian Derrick Ellis for Comedy Events or Movie Projects log on to www.comedianderrickellis.com. Mr. Ellis has a new book out for more info on his book log on to www.derrickellisbooks.com.
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