Jennifer Hudson is bringing the story of Aretha Franklin to life in a new MGM movie starring many of our faves.
According to a press release, Respect will be in theaters this December, featuring an all-star cast that includes Hudson, Mary J. Blige, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Tituss Burgess, Audra McDonald, and more. Liesl Tommy, the first Black woman ever nominated for the ‘Best Direction of a Play’ Tony Award, will direct and it’s her feature film debut!
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