Key Takeaways:
– Singer SZA is set to make her acting debut alongside Keke Palmer in a new film by Issa Rae.
– The project is being backed by TriStar Films and is said to be a buddy comedy.
– The film emerges as a product of the Sony Pictures CoCre lab, fostering diverse and exciting new concepts
– The project also features notable contributors, including producers from Big Boss, Color Creative, and Macro Film.
Set to Bring Big-Screen Laughs
The renowned singer and songwriter, SZA is about to showcase her acting chops. The music sensation will team up with the well-known actress, Keke Palmer, for her acting debut in a new movie backed by TriStar films.
Best recognized for their collaboration on ‘Saturday Night Live,’ the duo’s creative chemistry shines through. SZA, as the musical guest, hit a viral jackpot with her hilariously crafted track, ‘Big Boy.’ Despite several project offers, SZA has chosen to continue this partnership in her acting endeavor.
The Brainchild of Sony’s CoCre Lab
This anticipated film venture was conceptualized in Sony Pictures’ CoCre lab. A collaboration between ColorCreative and Columbia Pictures aims to nurture diverse screenwriters, leading to the creation of fresh and exciting debut feature films. The mystery surrounding the specifics of the plot for this Palmer and SZA project only adds to the excitement.
The movie is a reunion of sorts for the creators of the ‘Rap Sh!t’ series. With Issa Rae producing under HOORAE Media and Lawrence Lamont at the helm as the director, the movie boasts strong ties to the series. The screenplay has been crafted by the series showrunner, Syreeta Singleton, promising an engaging narrative.
Contributors Behind the Project
Adding more clout to the project, Keke Palmer and her mother sharon’s company Big Boss steps in as executive producers. The extensive production team includes Color Creative’s Deniese Davis, James Lopex, Sara Diya Rastogi, and Charles D. King. Furthermore, the film finds substantial backing from Poppy Hanks of Macro Film Studios and production and finance by movie company, Marco FS.
SZA’s Debut and Keke’s Experienced Hand
While this is a big move for SZA, besides her guest appearance on ‘Insecure,’ Palmer brings a wealth of acting experience to the duo. The talented actress, having acted since her childhood, has over 25 films and 20 television shows to her name.
Keke’s first lead role came with ‘Akeelah and the Bee,’ her spell-binding performance earning her widespread recognition. After, she further stamped her mark in the industry with her role in Nickelodeon’s ‘True Jackson, VP.’ Adding to her versatile repertoire, she has also voiced animated characters and starred in suspenseful films like ‘Nope’ and ‘Alice.’
Anticipated to Be a Hit
With Palmer’s seasoned acting skills, SZA’s talent that seems to touch everything she does to gold, and with Issa’s production prowess, expect nothing short of an entertaining and successful film. All eyes are now eagerly awaiting this dynamic duo’s on-screen performance which may just turn out to be a significant hit. Stay tuned!
