Actress Keke Palmer and Grammy-winning musician SZA are joining forces for an upcoming buddy comedy film produced by Issa Rae under TriStar Pictures. The project is helmed by “Rap Sh!t” director Lawrence Lamont and written by Syreeta Singleton.
The film, originating from Sony Pictures’ CoCre lab, is shrouded in secrecy regarding its plot details. This collaboration emerged from a partnership between ColorCreative and Columbia Pictures aimed at nurturing diverse screenwriting talent.
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Keke Palmer, known for her breakout role in “Akeelah and the Bee,” brings her extensive experience from over 25 films and 30 TV shows to the table. Her recent ventures into digital content production with KeyTV and her award-winning podcast reflect her multifaceted talent.
SZA, acclaimed for her album “Ctrl” and collaborations such as “All the Stars” with Kendrick Lamar, marks her acting debut with this film. Her foray into acting signifies a strategic move in her artistic journey.
Lawrence Lamont’s direction, coupled with Syreeta Singleton’s writing, promises a fresh take on the buddy comedy genre. The involvement of industry veterans like Issa Rae and the backing of TriStar Pictures add further weight to the project’s potential success.
Stay tuned for updates as they arrive.