Native Son (2019 film)
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| Directed by | Rashid Johnson |
| Screenplay by | Suzan-Lori Parks |
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| Cinematography | Matthew Libatique |
| Edited by | Brad Turner |
| Distributed by | A24 |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Native Son is an upcoming American drama film, directed by Rashid Johnson, from a screenplay by Suzan-Lori Parks. It is based upon novel of the same name by Richard Wright. It stars Ashton Sanders, Nick Robinson, Margaret Qualley, Bill Camp and KiKi Layne.
Cast
- Ashton Sanders as Bigger Thomas
- Nick Robinson as Jan Erlone
- Margaret Qualley as Mary Dalton
- Bill Camp as Henry Dalton
- Kiki Layne as Bessie
- Sanaa Lathan as Trudy Thomas
- Connie Nielsen as Mrs. Dalton
- Stephen Henderson as Mr. Green
- Lamar Johnson as Gus
- Jerod Haynes as Jack Harding
Production
In February 2017, it was announced Rashid Johnson would direct the film, from a screenplay written by Suzan-Lori Parks.[1] In March 2018, it was announced Ashton Sanders, Nick Robinson, Margaret Qualley, Bill Camp and KiKi Layne had been cast in the film. Matthew Perniciaro and Michael Sherman will produce under their Bow and Arrow Entertainment banner, while A24 will distribute.[2] In April 2018, Sanaa Lathan, Connie Nelson, Lamar Johnson and Jerod Haynes joined the cast of the film.[3][4]
Principal photography began on April 9, 2018, in Cleveland, Ohio.[5][6] Production concluded on May 6, 2018.[7]
References
- ^ Fleming Jr, Mike (February 21, 2017). "Suzan-Lori Parks Writing, Rashid Johnson Directing Richard Wright Novel 'Native Son'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 9, 2018.
- ^ Fleming Jr, Mike (March 15, 2018). "A24 Lands 'Native Son' WW Rights Package: Rashid Johnson Helms, Ashton Sanders To Lead Ensemble On Richard Wright Novel Adaptation". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 9, 2018.
- ^ Hipes, Patrick (April 10, 2018). "Sanaa Lathan Joins Family For A24's 'Native Son'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 11, 2018.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 17, 2018). "Lamar Johnson & Jerod Haynes Join A24's 'Native Son'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 18, 2018.
- ^ McNary, Dave (March 15, 2018). "'Moonlight' Star Ashton Sanders in Talks for 'Native Son' Movie". Variety. Retrieved April 9, 2018.
- ^ "Richard Wright's 'Native Son' Casting Call for Actresses". Project Casting. April 9, 2018. Retrieved April 9, 2018.
- ^ Gibbs, Beth (May 6, 2018). "Its a wrap! So grateful to be apart of this! #NativeSon #costumedesigner". Instagram.com. Retrieved May 7, 2018.
External links
- Native Son at IMDb
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