FKA twigs is set to star in a new biopic portraying the celebrated jazz singer, Josephine Baker. This role marks the British actress’s first major feature film engagement in Hollywood. The production is being directed by French filmmaker Maïmouna Doucouré.
According to reports from Variety and The Hollywood Reporter, filming for the movie is scheduled to commence this fall. The development of the film has received the necessary clearances from the singer’s estate. Furthermore, the project has secured the endorsement of two of Baker’s twelve adopted children: Jean-Claude Bouillon Baker and Brian Bouillon Baker.
The film aims to bring a detailed look at Baker’s life and career, known for her significant contributions to jazz and entertainment. The involvement of the singer’s family and estate suggests a commitment to historical accuracy and familial respect for the subject matter.
