EMA Entertainment, led by author, executive producer, and screenwriter Laura Williams, is seeking a strategic partnership with a major studio, production company, or network for the development of its latest project, A Night in Batesburg. The film, a historical true-crime drama, sheds light on the brutal attack against decorated World War II veteran Sergeant Isaac Woodard, a tragic event that helped ignite the Civil Rights Movement.
Set in 1946 at the end of World War II, A Night in Batesburg explores the fateful night when Sgt. Woodard, returning home in uniform, was wrongfully brutalized by local law enforcement in Batesburg, South Carolina. The assault and its aftermath captured national attention, influencing figures such as President Harry S. Truman, the NAACP, Orson Welles, and federal authorities who ultimately took action in response to the injustice. This story, largely overshadowed in history, played a significant role in the early civil rights era and helped pave the way for crucial legal and social reforms, including the desegregation of the U.S. Armed Forces.
With a focus on historical accuracy and emotional depth, the film brings to life the voices of those who stood at the crossroads of justice and systemic discrimination. The narrative is enriched by the presence of legendary entertainers of the era, including Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Pearl Bailey, Cab Calloway, and boxer Joe Louis, who were all indirectly linked to Woodard’s story through the racial tensions of the time.
Williams, whose personal connection to the story runs deep—Sgt. Isaac Woodard was her uncle—believes that A Night in Batesburg is an essential historical account that remains relevant today.
Clifton Truman Daniel, grandson of President Harry S. Truman, is also an executive producer on the project, recognizing its historical importance. The significance of Sgt. Woodard’s story has previously been explored in segments featured on CBS, PBS, American Experience, the History Channel, and NPR. Additionally, it was highlighted in the documentary American: An Odyssey to 1947, which garnered global interest.
EMA Entertainment is actively seeking a studio partner committed to producing a socially conscious, historically significant film that will engage audiences while honoring the legacy of a forgotten civil rights hero. Whether as a major motion picture or a limited television series, A Night in Batesburg is poised to become an impactful and thought-provoking addition to the historical drama genre.
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Media ContactCompany Name: EMA Management & Entertainment LLCContact Person: Laura WilliamsEmail: Send EmailPhone: (856) 295-1665Country: United StatesWebsite: https://anightinbatesburg.com
