Hip-hop fans are in for a treat as Flavor Unit Entertainment, Westbrook Studios, and Jesse Collins Entertainment join forces to bring a slate of biopics about iconic hip-hop legends to life. Leading this exciting new venture is none other than Queen Latifah herself, with the first film focusing on her extraordinary rise to fame.
Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere will produce the biopic under their Flavor Unit Entertainment banner.
Powerhouses Will Smith and Miguel Melendez will take the helm for Westbrook Studios, while Jesse Collins and Dionne Harmon, known for producing music biopics like “The New Edition Story” and “The Bobby Brown Story,” will represent Jesse Collins Entertainment.
Industry veteran Charlie Mack will also lend his talents as a producer on the project.
The ambitious biopic series will be independently financed by HarbourView Equity Partners, a company that boasts a portfolio of over 70+ music catalogs featuring thousands of titles across various genres and eras.
This partnership opens the door to exciting development opportunities beyond just the Queen Latifah project.
In a joint statement, Queen Latifah and Shakim Compere shared their enthusiasm for the venture, saying, “We all came into this industry together, and hip-hop has shaped each and every one of us. Its impact has expanded beyond just music and left a lasting mark on culture and society overall. Collaborating with longtime friends and colleagues to tell these pivotal stories is a dream come true.”
Will Smith echoed the excitement, adding, “When you bring together talented people and dedicated teams, you can create something truly special. I’m thrilled to work alongside Flavor Unit, Jesse Collins Entertainment, and HarbourView to celebrate the lives of some of our most beloved hip-hop artists. Queen Latifah’s story is the perfect place to begin—she’s an undisputed legend who has inspired us all.”
Jesse Collins also expressed his anticipation for the project, saying, “Queen Latifah’s story is one of triumph, and it deserves to be shared with the world. This partnership is just the beginning of what’s to come as we continue to educate and inspire audiences through storytelling.”
Sherrese Clarke Soares, Founder & CEO of HarbourView, highlighted the personal connection she feels to the project, saying, “As a girl from Queens, hip-hop shaped who I am. It’s an honor to partner with these incredible teams to document Queen Latifah’s journey and her undeniable impact on the world.”
Denise Bailey-Castro, CFO of Westbrook Inc., summed it up perfectly: “This unique partnership, with the support of HarbourView, brings together best-in-class production capabilities to tell the culture-defining stories of hip-hop legends in a premium way.”
While details about the Queen Latifah biopic and future projects are still under wraps, fans can expect more announcements soon.
This collaboration promises to be a celebration of hip-hop’s rich history, highlighting the lives and legacies of some of the genre’s most iconic artists.
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Source: Deadline
