local storiesDecember 2, 2025

Daily Inspiration: Meet Tamarrice Parker

Local Stories

Today we’d like to introduce you to Tamarrice Parker.

Hi Tamarrice, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, a place where creativity isn’t always treated like a real career, but storytelling has been in me since I was a kid. I used to make little videos on my phone, act out scenes, and dream about becoming Batman one day. I didn’t have a blueprint, I didn’t have connections, and I definitely didn’t have a roadmap. All I had was imagination, belief, and the feeling that I was meant to build something bigger than my circumstances.

My journey really started when I began posting Godzilla theories on TikTok. It was something small, something fun, but it unexpectedly blew up. That moment taught me that my voice could reach people, not just locally, but everywhere. From there, I leaned hard into filmmaking. I wrote my first short script, “The Woman With a Guardian Angel,” and it ended up being nominated in East Hollywood. That nomination was the first time I felt like I wasn’t just dreaming anymore, I was stepping into the world I always imagined myself in.

Since then, I’ve been building my production brand, TPV Studios, from the ground up. My focus isn’t just on making films, but on telling stories that feel honest, emotional, and spiritual, stories that turn pain into power. I want to show people, especially creatives from cities like mine, that your beginnings don’t determine your destiny. You can start with nothing and still climb all the way to the top.

Today, I’m developing multiple projects, including a short film and pushing toward my long-term goal of becoming the first African American Batman. My journey is still being written, but everything I’ve done so far, every livestream, every script, every story, has been a step toward building something historic.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Not at all but I’m grateful for that. Every part of my journey has been built on obstacles that forced me to grow.

The hardest part was starting from a place where big dreams weren’t taken seriously. When you come from a smaller city like Birmingham, wanting to be a filmmaker or an actor gets you laughed at more than it gets you supported. I had people tell me I was unrealistic, delusional, “doing too much,” or chasing something impossible. A lot of people doubted me before they ever saw the vision.

Another struggle was being completely self-taught. I didn’t have an industry family, I didn’t have a mentor, and I didn’t have insider guidance. I had to learn everything, writing, directing, editing, branding, networking, by trial and error. Every mistake felt heavier because I didn’t have anyone to fall back on.

There were also moments where I felt alone in what I was trying to build. I’d put my heart into something and still get ignored, left on seen, or overlooked. But every setback shaped me. It made me hungrier, sharper, more focused, and more committed to turning my story into something that inspires others.

The road hasn’t been smooth, but it’s been meaningful. Every struggle I faced gave me the perspective, humility, and fire I needed to become the artist I am today and the one I’m becoming.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I’m a filmmaker, actor, and storyteller who focuses on creating emotionally powerful, culturally impactful work. I specialize in projects that blend elevated genre, introspective character work, and themes of legacy, healing, and transformation. I’m known for my Godzilla theory content that reached tens of millions of viewers and my ability to turn raw emotion into cinematic moments that connect with people on a deep level. I was recently nominated in East Hollywood for Best Short Script, and my upcoming short film has already become one of the most talked-about casting calls in Birmingham.
I’m most proud of being able to build all of this from the ground up, no industry family, no shortcuts, just passion, discipline, and consistency. What sets me apart is that my storytelling isn’t just entertainment; it’s purpose-driven. My brand is built on authenticity, symbolism, and a vision to uplift my city and eventually bring Hollywood’s first African American Batman to the screen. I create work that doesn’t just go viral, it resonates, inspires, and leaves a mark.

What makes you happy?
What makes me happy is creating something that moves people. When someone tells me that a film, a monologue, or even a theory I made helped them feel seen or inspired, that’s the greatest feeling in the world. I’m happiest when I’m building, whether it’s a story, a film, or a brand because I know I’m creating something bigger than myself.

I also find happiness in small things: late-night editing sessions, hearing a new idea click, seeing my city support me, or realizing I turned a moment of struggle into art. What really makes me happy is knowing that what I’m doing has purpose. I’m working toward something that can impact millions, and every step closer to that vision brings me joy.

Pricing:

Scriptwriting Services: $150 – $500 per script (length-dependent)
Pitch Deck Development & Creative Packaging: $200 – $600
Actor/Performer Rates: Negotiable per project
Content Creation / Viral Theory Videos: $50 – $200 per commissioned breakdown
Independent Collaboration Availability: Open to both low-budget and emerging-artist projects

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Image Credits
Joshua Fogel (Jae Ghost Shoots)

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