Friday, March 29, 2024

Stars Support ‘Queen & Slim’ Lena Waithe’s Must See Film – PHOTOS

*This film, “Queen & Slim,” is for the culture. You will fall in love with the story of Queen and Slim as you follow their journey on the run! Lena Waithe’s storytelling is beyond amazing.

She’s able to balance the dichotomy of feeling angry yet proud while watching this film. Once you see it, you’ll know exactly what I mean, and director Melina Matsoukas helps to bring this story to life with her directorial film debut.

“Queen & Slim” is an unexpected love story and thriller told by us for us. We will be someone’s ancestors one day; we must live loud and unapologetic, Lena says about making this film.  The black community has endured a lot and is still persevering through racism and police brutality. Through this film, you will not only become connected to Queen and Slim, as they deal with those issues, but most of us will be able to relate to them as well.

Director Melina Matsoukas and writer Lena Waithe at the LA screening of Queen & Slim

 Queen’s character shines a light on the vulnerability of the black woman. Yes, Queen is strong but that’s a narrative we already know. Lena takes a moment to show when a woman feels safe, she will let her guard down and not be afraid to show her true self flaws and all. We also get the same vulnerability from Slim. We don’t often hear black men talk about the kind of love and support they are looking for. With all the chaos going on in this film this scene where they both become vulnerable with each other is beautiful, and something that needs to be seen. 

  “We deserve to be able to experience films and the rollout that not only speaks to our narrative but also mirrors the way that we see ourselves,” says Solange who hosted the Los Angeles screening.

Solange hosting the LA screening of Queen & Slim

She also referred to the film as necessary, which it is. Through Lena Weith’s poetic storytelling and Melina’s vision, Queen & Slim will take you on an emotional rollercoaster.

 The film hits theaters Nov. 27, the day before Thanksgiving. So, tell your mama you can’t help her cook, you have to go see “Queen & Slim!” 

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Celebs came out to support Queen & Slim

 

Kelly Rowland with Lena and Melina
Solange, Lena, and Melina

*photos courtesy of Jenphotos

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