Brown Sugar is a movie from the year 2002, falling under the categories of comedy and drama. Shooting periods were in April 2002, directed by Rick Famuyiwa and written by Michael Elliot. The film features Taye Diggs, Sanaa Lathan, and Yasiin Bey as the main actors. The storyline involves childhood friends, a magazine editor, and a hip-hop executive who stumble upon love. They are noted for their roles as Andre Romulus ‘Dre’ Ellis, Sidney ‘Syd’ Shaw, and Chris ‘Cav’ Anton Vichon respectively.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in different locations all within New York City, USA. Specific sites include Central Park and the Flatiron Building located at 175 Fifth Avenue. All the shooting was carried out in the month of April in the year 2002.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Taye Diggs | Andre Romulus ‘Dre’ Ellis |
| Sanaa Lathan | Sidney ‘Syd’ Shaw |
| Nicole Ari Parker | Reese Marie Wiggam Ellis |
| Boris Kodjoe | Kelby Dawson |
| Queen Latifah | Francine |
| Wendell Pierce | Simon |
| Erik Weiner | Ren |
| Melissa Martinez | Meghan |
| Aaliyyah Hill | Young Sidney |
| Marc John Jefferies | Young Dre |
| Venida Evans | Older Woman |
| Breece Wilson | Woman |
| Brette Taylor | Woman 2 |
| Donna Duplantier | Woman 3 |
| Rosalyn Coleman | Trish Hofmann |
| Robin T. Kirksey | Bartender 1 |
| Sterling K. Brown | Co-Worker |
| Kofi Boakye | Host |
| Dena Atlantic | Hot 97 Assistant |
| Gerry Pinzon | Instructor |
| Sam McPherson | Iridium Waiter |
| Big Daddy Kane | Self |
| Kool G Rap | Self |
| Helmar Augustus Cooper | Reverend |
| Keith Tisdell | Richard |
| Wyking Jones | Bartender |
| Toks Olagundoye | Sidney’s LA Assistant |
| Opal Alladin | Crafts Vendor |
| Angie Martinez | Self |
| Dana Dane | Self |
| Doug E. Fresh | Self |
| Slick Rick | Self |
| Jermaine Dupri | Self |
| Pete Rock | Self |
| Trugoy the Dove | Self – De La Soul |
| Kimora Lee Simmons | Self |
| Russell Simmons | Self |
| Beanie Sigel | Self |
| Talib Kweli | Self |
| Common | Self |
| Hadley Martin Fisher | Backstage Bartender |
| Liza Lapira | Hot 97 Receptionist |
| De La Soul | Themselves |
| Method Man | Self |
| De’Adre Aziza | Wedding Patron (uncredited) |
| Chyna | Woman at Party (uncredited) |
| Vinny DeGennaro | The Bouncer (uncredited) |
| Brother Eden Douglas | Park ChessPlayer #1 (uncredited) |
| Leonard ‘Hub’ Hubbard | (uncredited) |
| Erica Ise | Bridesmaid (uncredited) |
| David Jefferson | Manager (uncredited) |
| Spencer Kayden | Bridesmaid (uncredited) |
| Jennifer Rosario | Girl (uncredited) |
| Ralph E. Tresvant | Royale (uncredited) |
| Kevin Watson | Record Label Executive (uncredited) |
| Jennifer Weller | Woman on cell phone (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie is a mix of comedy and drama.
- It was released on 11th October 2002 in the USA.
- The director of the movie is Rick Famuyiwa.
- The writers are Michael Elliot and Rick Famuyiwa.
- The main actors in the movie are Taye Diggs, Sanaa Lathan, and Yasiin Bey.
- The movie has received 2 wins and 18 nominations in the awards category.
- Various places in New York City, such as Central Park and Flatiron Building, were the prime filming locations.
- It was filmed in April 2002.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Central Park, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7987763
- Longitude: -73.9537202
- Place ID: ChIJ6XWMiRn2wokROZOJYqrTD4k
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Central Pk N, New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Flatiron Building – 175 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7410605
- Longitude: -73.9896986
- Place ID: ChIJZx8c96NZwokRJklw7SVhKt4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 175 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7127753
- Longitude: -74.0059728
- Place ID: ChIJOwg_06VPwokRYv534QaPC8g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
