JUMP IN is a story about a single mother and recent law school graduate, determined to pass the Bar exam when she is blindsided by the unthinkable. The experience changes her, coloring the lives of those closest to her.
Troy Alexander returns to her roots, armed with an airtight plan, to pass the bar exam and start her own practice if it’s the last thing she does. But, her love of law takes a backseat to Jordan, her young son. Law provides an escape from realities that include a marriage turned sour, a distant relationship with Dililah, the mother that provides for her financially, but far-gone, emotionally. The Alexander family is complete again, but not perfect, not by a long shot.
Troy is convinced that she doesn’t need love to be truly happy. She’s content. Love is just a distraction. Or, so she thinks until her partners in crime, Tarin and Camryn, stumble upon Malik Bond, a southern born and bred middle school math teacher. Certain that they’ve found the perfect guy, the duo stage a “chance meeting”, at a welcome home bash. As “fate” would have it, they meet, but the scheme doesn’t unfold according to plan.
When Malik finds himself on her door step, Troy realizes that what he lacks in his wallet he makes up for in other areas. But sparks fly when Jeffrey, Troy’s ex-husband, catches wind that there may be a new man trying to fill his shoes.
Insidious circumstances creep beyond Troy’s control, bringing her plans to a screeching halt. Will Dililah respond to the call? Troy is forced to confront issues she left behind long ago. Life flashes before her eyes, just as love lands at her door.
Family ties are pushed to the limits. Astounding revelations unfold, affecting the Alexander family in different ways, when the unthinkable happens. Tarin questions whether, “soul mate”, Eric, will ever take the plunge. Camryn abandons the façade when she meets an eligible bachelor. JUMP IN is a romantic comedy-drama about taking risks in life and love, forgiveness, and destiny.
An honors graduate of Eastern Illinois University, Kimberly D. Conner is a Filmmaker. Kimberly is the first woman to write, produce, and direct four movies in the City of Springfield, placing the capital of Illinois on the map for independent film. Kimberly started off as a camera operator before transitioning to the director's chair. In 2005, Kimberly founded her own film production company, Predestined Arts & Entertainment, focusing on films by women. Her first film, a short titled, "This Life Ain't Pretty", landed on the list of Top 5 Best Short Films of the Year, shining a spotlight on HIV/AIDS in young, black, heterosexual America, based on a true story. Kimberly wrote, produced, and directed her first feature, titled, "Jump In", raising awareness about breast cancer. The award-winning film is available on Prime and Tubi. Kimberly's feature film, Before ' I Do' earned 4 out of 4 stars on Rotten Tomatoes. Film Critics called the film, "a thought-provoking, cinematic treat, designed to simultaneously elevate, enlighten, and entertain." The film is available on Peacock, Prime, and Tubi. Her latest work includes the thriller, "Lipstick". The film placed as a Finalist in six film festivals. The movie won two awards for "Best Feature". Lipstick screened in theaters in major U.S cities including Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, and New York. "Lipstick" is available on Prime. Kimberly has two comedies and a fantasy drama in development.
Hoogland Center For The Arts
Karen Malina White
Sheree Bynum
Danielle Ward
Michael Higgenbottom
