Taye Diggs Launches Microhouse Films, a Free Platform for Vertical Drama
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Actor Taye Diggs has partnered with producers Autumn Federici, Shelby Stone, James Black, and Troy Brookins to launch Microhouse Films, a company focused on vertical drama. The platform will operate without subscription or upload fees for creators and audiences, instead using a token-based system for premium content. The company is already filming its first project, 'Tides of Temptation,' and is currently vetting applications from other filmmakers.
Facts First
- Actor Taye Diggs has launched Microhouse Films with producers Autumn Federici, Shelby Stone, James Black, and Troy Brookins.
- The company focuses on vertical drama and will not charge subscription, upload, or hosting fees.
- A token-based system using in-app coins will allow users to watch content beyond free episodes chosen by filmmakers.
- The first project, 'Tides of Temptation,' is currently filming and stars Swag Boy Q.
- Filmmaker applications are being vetted through the company's website.
What Happened
Actor Taye Diggs has partnered with producers Autumn Federici ('All For Love,' 'Forever'), Shelby Stone, James Black ('All-American'), and Troy Brookins to launch Microhouse Films. The new company is focused on the vertical drama business. Diggs, Brookins, Stone, and Federici are currently filming the microdrama 'Tides of Temptation,' starring Swag Boy Q. The project is an offshoot of the Lifetime movie 'Terry McMillan Presents: Paradise With You,' which stars Taye Diggs.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy short-form, mobile-optimized drama, you may gain access to a new, free library of content. As a viewer, you could watch selected episodes without any subscription fee. For aspiring filmmakers, this platform offers a potential new outlet to showcase work without facing upfront costs for uploading or hosting content.
What's Next
Microhouse Films will launch its platform utilizing a token-based system where users can purchase in-app coins to watch content beyond the free episodes. Filmmaker applications are currently being vetted through the company's website, which suggests the platform could begin onboarding new creators soon. The company is represented by Bradley Garrett of Knol Hanly Garrett for its business dealings.