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Lyfe Amongst The Waters: A Jerod D. Taylor Film

December 28, 2025 7:00 pm

Crescent Theater
208 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36602

Lyfe Amongst The Waters is a film by director Jerod D. Taylor that follows the story of a young man named Isaiah Lyfe who is growing up in New York and searching for his birth parents with the help of a scholarship and the foster care facility that raised him before his adoption.

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Why We Like It

  • Jerod D. Taylor is an acclaimed director, writer, actor, and hip-hop artist with a diverse creative background.
  • The film explores themes of family, identity, and overcoming adversity, which are universally resonant.
  • Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit organizations like Ronald McDonald House, St. Jude, and Boys & Girls Club.

Who Should Attend

This film will appeal to a wide audience, including fans of independent cinema, coming-of-age stories, and socially conscious narratives. It's also a great event for those interested in supporting local filmmakers and giving back to the community.

In the Spotlight

Jerod D. Taylor

A director, writer, actor, hip-hop artist, and fashion designer who is a 10-year retired Army veteran and graduate of the New York Film Academy. He has been featured in publications like ELLE, MSNBC, and CEO Weekly, and was named MSNBC's Top Entrepreneur of 2025.

About the Venue

Crescent Theater

A historic independent movie theater in the heart of downtown Mobile, Alabama, offering an intimate and immersive viewing experience.