Exclusive: Sharon Lewis on directing Episode 7 of Power Book IV: Force Season 2
Blackfilmandtv.com’s Wilson Morales caught up with director Sharon Lewis, who just helmed the seventh episode to Season 2 of Power Book IV: Force.
In (Ep 207) “Here There Be Monsters,” Tommy and Diamond expand their coalition by bringing Vic and Jenard into CBI, just as the Serbs declare war against them all.
After cutting ties in New York, Tommy Egan’s newfound family and ruthless drug game enticed him to stay in Chicago. The explosive second season begins with Tommy on a mission to avenge the death of Lilliana, his former nemesis turned business partner. With the Flynn organization weakened, he’s more determined than ever to take over the Chicago drug world, but with CBI split down the middle, Tommy and Diamond first must maintain their edge over Jenard. As their factions feud in the streets, Tommy capitalizes on another rivalry between the Serbs and Miguel Garcia, the most formidable drug lord in Chicago. After setting off a chain reaction of violence in pursuit of his ambition, Tommy must race to stay ahead of the men who are coming for what’s theirs, a federal task force that’s closing ranks, and a sadistic supplier with a direct line to the Cartel. All the while torn by the promise of a second chance with his blood family, Tommy must decide what he is willing to sacrifice to finally ascend the throne of a kingpin.
Sharon Lewis's directing work has been well received on premium broadcasters such as HBO, NBC, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon, STARZ, FX and every Canadian broadcaster platform. Sharon is well known in the screen industry for her directing flair, distinct cinematic voice, respect with crew, and her ability to inspire award-winning performances from her actors. Sharon's work has been recognized internationally and includes a Canadian Screen Award for Best Direction of a Factual Series, multiple nominations for Best Director for her feature and documentary film work, and eight Canadian Screen Award nominations as a Showrunner and Director. She can be seen in the Emmy- and NAACP-nominated documentary “How It Feels to Be Free” about iconic African American female entertainers. Sharon honed her directing skills at the prestigious University of California Los Angeles and she went on to direct her award-winning feature film debut “Brown Girl Begins” an Afro-futurist sci-fi tale, which has toured the world, garnering recognition, including a CSA nomination for Best Screenplay. Sharon's award-winning feature documentaries, Disruptor Conductor, for CBC Docs and With Wonder on CBC Gem highlight stories from the BPOC LGBTQI+ community which continues to be a main focus in Sharon’s work.
At present Sharon is converging all of her experience, storytelling skills and directorial knowledge to fully realize her talent as an exceptional filmmaker. She is also continuing her work through her production company urbansoul inc on developing genre features and scripted TV series, highlighting the stories and talents of black women, south asian women, and the BIPOC 2SLGBTQ+ community.