Moving and intense, Mary J. Bilge’s Family Affair premieres tonight on Lifetime.
Lifetime Original movie, Mary J. Bilge’s Family Affair debuts tonight on a Lifetime at 8pm ET.
The movie follows the love story of Kendra (Ajiona Alexus) and Ben (Da’Vinchi). It picks up as Kendra and Ben move out of the city in hopes of finally building a life together. With all their family around and inserted in their lives, tensions rise as they struggle with fertility issues and Kendra tries to find her footing with Ben’s son Miles. Their relationship reaches a boiling point when Ben secretly helps his brother, and Kendra returns to the city and an old friend comes back into her life. The family must come together to help Kendra and Ben save their relationship and stay true to their real love.
Executively produced by award winning entertainer Mary J. Blige, this film is emotional and riveting. It engages viewers and pulls you deep into the story with these complex characters.
At times both intense and heart tugging, Mary J. Bilge’s Family Affair is a film that audiences will love as it showcases the deeper connection and need for support that many people within the black community often feel ashamed or stigmatized about seeking treatment for in fear of feeling judged or frowned upon as “weak”.
A poignant film like this is also a much needed reminder for families that you must continue to check on your loved ones, allow them to maturely express what they’re going through, and take how they are feeling seriously.
While many dark and dramatic topics are highlighted in the film, it’s also filled with beautiful scenes involving friendship, support, joy, and black love. The cast is remarkable and the chemistry between lead characters Kendra and Ben is authentic and steamy.
Tune into Mary J. Bilge’s Family Affair tonight oN Lifetime at 8pm ET.
Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair is produced by Front Street Pictures. Mary J. Blige, Bruce Miller, and Milana Edwards-Brooks executive produce from Blue Butterfly alongside Davis Entertainment’s Jordan and John Davis and Ajiona Alexus and Da’Vinchi also executive produce. Troy Scott directs from a script written by Rachel Ingram.
Mary J. Blige's Family Affair will also be available to stream on MyLifetime.com beginning tomorrow, Sunday, January 26.