Keith Robinson Talks ‘OPEN’ Movie, And The Real-Life Do’s & Dont’s Of A Relationship

In terms of relationships, most individuals really feel like the principles are black and white – and it’s not usually Black persons are inspired to cross it. At the very least not on the earth of conventional Hollywood romance movies.

Lately BET.com spoke to one of many stars of BET’s authentic movie, OPEN, a romantic drama starring actors and Keith Robinson and Essence Atkins. Within the movie, which debuts this weekend, Robinson performs “Cameron,” husband to “Wren” (performed by Atkins) of practically 10 years.

The movie explores the lives of a spouse and husband who discover the thought of getting a non-traditional association of their marriage, together with incorporating the act of polygamy, in an effort to reduce any marital foul play. Nonetheless, each sport has its guidelines, as Cameron and Wren quickly be taught. 

BET lately spoke to Robinson, who opened up about every thing from the inspiration behind the movie, relationship do’s and don’t’s, and additional, what to anticipate from the drama-erotica.

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BET: Have been there any creative and/or private inspirations behind the making of OPEN, for you, and was there something that particularly attracted you to taking over this position?

I believe actors all have this frequent denominator the place we wish to be the conduit, and it offers us an excuse to say these issues and to do sure issues. In order that was what made it attention-grabbing for me; is that, this world [of polygamy] is so untouchable, so to talk. I believe that’s the attraction of the subject material for me. 

BET: How was enjoying the position of ‘Cameron’ in OPEN any completely different out of your previous roles?

For me, the distinction was that the lady is the protagonist. In romance films, it’s often, you understand – “Harry” and “Sally,” or different typical love tales, and that is undoubtedly not a typical love story. In OPEN, I’m form of the one which’s responding to every thing taking place round me, and she or he (“Wren,” performed by Essence Atkins), is form of placing it on me. In order that was a brand new place for me to play, and I had lots of enjoyable with that, to say the least.

BET: When describing or evaluating OPEN to different previous eroticas starring individuals of coloration, do you’re feeling its much like say a “Trois” film trilogy? 

I believe OPEN is its personal factor. It’s uncharted territory and it’s not essentially concerning the quantity (of prepared contributors), as a result of if we go into it with no numbers, it may very well be three, may very well be 4, may very well be 5, it may very well be no matter we join with.

This film is absolutely intimate. You actually get to know the characters, and also you see the ache that they endure, and what occurs from their very own choices. You form of get sucked into their plight, and you find yourself rooting for them to try to determine a manner out of this gap that they’ve dug themselves into. So I believe it’s far more than [sex]. it’s not about intercourse; intercourse is only one component of it. It’s extra about belief points, you understand? And looking for levity, and looking for one thing to carry on to that’s going to make it final.

BET: Good! That is smart. With that mentioned, with regards to making issues work and making issues final, is there something particularly that you just’d say is a non-negotiable rule in any relationship, with the intention to make it work?

Positively understanding. I believe one of many guidelines in a relationship must be “No open relationships.” (laughs)

BET: That’s too humorous! Okay, so what about the important thing substances to creating a relationship work?

I’d additionally say the important thing substances are empathy and self-awareness in a relationship. Concentrate on your self and the way you come off, and the vitality that you just’re making use of. Even be empathetic to your accomplice’s vitality.

BET: Alright Keith! So we already know that OPEN premieres on BET this Saturday, March 14. Nonetheless, the rest we will anticipate from you, popping out quickly?

“The album might be out this summer time; it’s referred to as Love Episodic 2, and one is out proper now. “Love Language” is within the film, which can be on the album. There’s additionally a track referred to as “Joyful,”

which can be within the film and on the album. So these are form of two little previews. Then season 5 of Saints and Sinners might be out this summer time. And who is aware of what else? We will see. Possibly OPEN the sequel!

OPEN will premiere on Saturday, March 14th at 8PM on BET & BET HER.