Top-Rated Speakers Bureau and Entertainment Booking Agency for Corporate Meetings and Business Events. Book an AAE Speaker Today.
Top-Rated Speakers Bureau and Entertainment Booking Agency for Corporate Meetings and Business Events. Book an AAE Speaker Today.
Click to Open Search Bar

Darnell Martin

Film Director, Screenwriter & Producer Known for "I Like It Like That" and "Cadillac Records"

Film Director, Screenwriter & Producer Known for "I Like It Like That" and "Cadillac Records"

Travels From Travels From:
Speaking Fee Speaking Fee:
REQUEST BOOKING INFORMATION

Darnell Martin Biography

Darnell Martin was born in Bronx, New York.] From the Bronx, she went on to Sarah Lawrence College and New York University Film School. Along the way, she worked in film labs and camera rental houses and as a bartender, made music videos and short films, and wrote the first draft of I Like It Like That.

In 1992, Martin's short film, Suspect, which examined the treatment of young black people as assumed criminals, won critical acclaim at the New York Public Theater's Young Black Cinema showcase. After directing her first short film, Suspect, Martin served as assistant camera operator for Jonathan Demme's documentary Cousin Bobby, a film about his cousin Robert Castle, an Episcopal pastor who works in Harlem. The film was well-received from the majority of critics.

In 1994, Martin directed the Columbia Pictures release I Like It Like That, a romantic comedy about a young woman trying to love her man, keep her family together, assert her self-worth as a person, and keep her sanity all at the same time. The film was well-received by critics. In 2001, Martin directed Prison Song. She has directed episodes of TV shows such as “Law & Order” and “Grey's Anatomy.”

In 2008, Martin jumped back into film, writing and directing Cadillac Records, a biopic about the rise of record label Chess Records, in which Beyoncé portrays a brassy Etta James.

In 2012, Martin directed the well-received television film Firelight. In 2016, she directed "The Walking Dead" episode "Go Getters" from season 7.

Darnell Martin Videos

Speaker Lists Featuring Darnell Martin

  • Successful Black Actors & Filmmakers of some of Hollywood's Biggest Movies

    Esteemed Black Filmmakers & Actors

    These critically acclaimed black actors, producers, directors, cinematographers, and screenwriters are highly respected in Hollywood and around the world. International super stars and influential role models to many, these...

FAQs on booking Darnell Martin

  • How do I book Darnell Martin to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Darnell Martin for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Darnell Martin, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Darnell Martin or any other speaker of your choice.
  • What are the speaker fees for Darnell Martin

    Speaking fees for Darnell Martin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Darnell Martin are for live events and for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Darnell Martin, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Darnell Martin speak about?

    Darnell Martin is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Actors, Arts & Humanities, Producers and Directors.
  • Where does Darnell Martin travel from?

    Darnell Martin generally travels from an undisclosed location, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
  • Who is Darnell Martin’s agent?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Darnell Martin for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Darnell Martin for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Darnell Martin or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Darnell Martin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Darnell Martin for your event is available upon request. Darnell Martin generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Cheryl Dunye, Millicent Shelton, Marsai Martin, Euzhan Palcy and Kasi Lemmons. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Darnell Martin for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Tell us about your event!

During normal business hours, we respond to most inquiries within 4 hours.

  • Customized Service

    Our agents find the right fit for your event

  • Unparalleled Database

    Full access to all speakers & celebrities

  • One Stop Shopping

    A reliable and unbiased point of contact

  • Logistics Management

    Your personal Logistics Manager who takes care of all event details

Speakers Similar to Darnell Martin

related speakers Users also viewed these speakers:

This website is a resource for event professionals and strives to provide the most comprehensive catalog of thought leaders and industry experts to consider for speaking engagements. A listing or profile on this website does not imply an agency affiliation or endorsement by the talent.

All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

TOP