A Queen Latifah Biopic Is In The Works
Queen Latifah is turning her life into a feature film with the announcement of her forthcoming biopic.
Produced by the Hip-Hop pioneer under her banner, Flavor Unit Entertainment, alongside business partner Shakim Compere, Westbrook Studios, and Jesse Collins Entertainment, the emcee is thrilled to partake in the initiative that’ll launch a slate of upcoming biopics about iconic artists, independently financed by HarbourView Equity Partners. Variety reported, “The firm will provide access to its portfolio of more than 70 music catalogs and thousands of titles spanning numerous genres, eras and artists for potential development opportunities.”
In a joint statement, Latifah and Compere expressed, “We all came into this industry together and Hip Hop has shaped each and every one of us. Hip Hop’s impact has expanded beyond just music and has created a lasting impression on culture and society overall. It is a dream to be able to collaborate with friends and colleagues that have not only a shared understanding, but are able to tell these stories that were the backdrop of our lives.”
Westbrook Studios co-founder Will Smith equally praised the new partnership when stating, “When you bring talented people and teams together, you can create something truly special. I’m thrilled to work alongside Flavor Unit, Jesse Collins Entertainment and HarbourView, to highlight the incredible stories of some of our favorite artists and icons. There’s no better story to start with than the one of Queen Latifah, an undisputed legend who has both entertained and inspired us for so many years.”
Collins added, “Queen Latifah’s story is one of triumph that needs to be shared with the world. Joining forces with such amazing people to educate and inspire through storytelling is just the beginning of the impact this partnership will have.”
Sherrese Clarke Soares, HarbourView founder & CEO noted, “As a girl from Queens, Hip-Hop fundamentally shaped who I am. Music and storytelling was my passport to destinations both familiar and untraveled. It is an honor to partner with Flavor Unit, Jesse Collins Entertainment, and Westbrook to tell these stories and document Queen Latifah’s journey and her undeniable impact on the world.”
Further details about the biopic, including its release date and cast, have yet to be announced.
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