Wayans brothers plan film studio at base(Oakland Army base)

S F Chronicle ^ | June 14, 2005 | Jim Herron Zamora

[Ramonan]

Hollywood's Wayans brothers, who have made several hit comedies, want to move their production facilities to the old Oakland Army Base.

The proposal to develop 70 acres near Maritime Street and Grand Avenue appears before a City Council committee today. The Wayans brothers -- Keenan Ivory, Damon, Shawn and Marlon -- have produced and/or starred in the films "White Chicks" and "Scary Movie" as well as the early 1990s hit TV show "In Living Color."

"Oakland stands to gain significant prestige from the establishment of a film production studio," said a report by the Daniel Vanderpriem, Oakland's director of economic development. "Oakland also stands to gain from the Wayans' successful track record."

The Wayans want a one-year exclusive negotiating agreement. Details about the proposal remain unclear and would be negotiated later, according to the report.

But there appear to be no other bidders for the site, which has been largely vacant since the base shut down eight years ago.

[Ramonan]

On a lighter note. I wish the Wayans success. They make some of the best films out there.

[BallyBill]

In Living Color, that was "must see TV". Lots of talent on that show. I'm laughing just thinking about the movie review "guys".

[LS]

I LOVED "Major Payne." I'd love to see a squel to that: "Lemme have your finger . . . ."

[AppyPappy]

"I'm Gonna Git You Sucka" is a classic.

[avg_freeper]

""Major Payne." I'd love to see a squel to that"

I second that! One of my favorite movies.

[Guvmint_Cheese]

Have you seen Don't be a Menace to South Central while Drinking your Juice in the Hood?

[KevinDavis]

Scary Movie 1 and 2 was funny..