Phabian “S-Quire” Winfield discovered himself on the middle of a nationwide firestorm when a music video he launched in March 2025 went viral—not for his lyrics, however for that includes an off-duty NYPD detective performing as a stripper.

Now, the federal Homeland Security officer is reclaiming the narrative with a documentary that reveals the key life he saved hidden whereas working in regulation enforcement.

Titled The Making of a Moment, the movie premieres on October 29 at Manhattan’s SVA Theatre and dives headfirst into S-Quire’s double life as a authorities agent by day and Hip-Hop artist by evening.

The venture additionally examines the fallout from his controversial video, “Doin That,” which went viral on-line.

The clip’s most talked-about aspect wasn’t S-Quire’s rhymes—it was the looks of NYPD detective Melissa Mercado, who was off the clock and performing in a pole-dancing function.

The web was abuzz with debate over whether or not regulation enforcement officers ought to be allowed to have interaction in aspect gigs which might be perceived as provocative. What nobody realized on the time was that the rapper behind the digicam was additionally a federal agent.

“This film isn’t about hype—it’s about truth,” S-Quire mentioned. “I stayed silent while the internet judged me, but now the full story comes out.”

Narrated by WBLS radio host Lenny Green, the documentary retraces S-Quire’s path from Hempstead, New York, by means of years of non-public and non secular battles, to the viral second that almost derailed each his careers. It additionally explores broader questions on id, religion and the toll of dwelling two lives below public scrutiny.

S-Quire operates by means of his firm RITENOWMUZIC LLC and describes himself as a Hip-Hop artist, creator, filmmaker and federal officer.

According to his bio, his work is designed to “inspire resilience, challenge perceptions of identity, and give voice to those navigating unseen struggles.”

The documentary arrives at a time when regulation enforcement businesses throughout the nation are reevaluating how officers conduct themselves exterior of labor—particularly on social media.

While guidelines differ by company, federal workers usually face stricter restrictions on exterior ventures that would impression public belief or their safety clearance.

The controversy surrounding “Doin That” raised questions on whether or not federal employees ought to be allowed to pursue artistic careers that don’t immediately intrude with their duties.

S-Quire’s movie goals to handle these issues whereas providing a private take a look at the person behind the headlines.

Following its New York premiere, The Making of a Moment shall be distributed globally by means of streaming companies, with a wider launch deliberate for late fall 2025 through FilmHub.

Tickets for the October 29 screening can be found on Eventbrite, and the official trailer is now reside on YouTube.

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