Acclaimed filmmaker Malcolm D. Lee sits down with Jamila Mustafa for an exclusive BET Talks conversation, unveiling his latest creative venture—a debut novel. Best known for shaping culture with The Best Man film franchise and the acclaimed series The Best Man: The Final Chapters, Lee is now expanding the beloved universe with his new book: The Best Man: Unfinished Business.
In this revealing conversation, Lee opens up about his decision to continue the story in literary form, working alongside author Jayne Allen, and how themes like fatherhood, redemption, and emotional evolution make this next chapter richer than ever. He also shares behind-the-scenes insight into his writing process, his real-life inspirations, and what it means to pivot with purpose.
CHAPTERS
00:00 – 01:00 | Meet Malcolm D. Lee: Screenwriter, Director & Now Author
01:01 – 02:00 | This or That: Quick-Fire Fun
02:01 – 03:00 | Why It Was Time to Write a Novel
03:01 – 04:45 | Collaborating with Co-Author Jayne Allen
04:46 – 06:15 | Exploring the Characters in New Depth
06:16 – 07:09 | Balancing Humor, Heartbreak & Healing
07:10 – 08:34 | “Who’s the Villain?” — A Real Talk Moment
08:35 – 09:52 | Inspired by Real Brotherhood: The Roots of The Best Man
09:53 – 12:19 | From Rejection to Resilience: Pushing Through the “No’s”
12:20 – 13:55 | Keeping the Narrative Fresh
13:56 – 14:40 | Getting Emotional: Staying Connected to the Story
14:41 – 15:04 | The Pen or the Lens? Choosing His Creative Tools
15:05 – 17:30 | Sable Bourbon Brown Spirit: The Book’s Perfect Pairing
17:31 – 17:51 | Advice from Lee: Pivot with Purpose
17:52 – 18:23 | Closing Thoughts
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