Lizzo Steps Into Rock History With Rosetta Tharpe Biopic

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There’s some thrilling updates coming from Hollywood, as reported by Deadline. The four-time Grammy Award winner Lizzo has been tapped for a significant role in an upcoming biopic titled ‘Rosetta‘ focusing on the iconic Sister Rosetta Tharpe. This movie isn’t just any project; it’s being produced by Amazon MGM Studios, making it a highly anticipated production. I can sense the electrifying vibe this collaboration is going to create on screen.

Known as the ‘Godmother of Rock and Roll’, Tharpe was a gospel singer who broke down barriers in the 1930s and ’40s. She combined her spiritual music with a guitar style that significantly molded rock, inspiring legends such as Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry. The upcoming film aims to explore a pivotal period of her life, brimming with daring creativity and personal turmoil. In essence, she was pushing the boundaries of music, concealing a forbidden romance with another woman, and transforming a wedding into the first-ever stadium concert – the kind of tale that grips you from the start and doesn’t let go.

Lizzo isn’t just acting; she’s also taking on the role of producer, working alongside Kevin Beisler and the team from Significant Productions, which includes Nina Yang Bongiovi and Forest Whitaker. The script is penned by Natalie Chaidez, who previously worked on ‘The Flight Attendant,’ and Kwynn Perry, known for ‘Tigerbelles.’ As of now, a director hasn’t been announced, but with this talented crew on board, the project already carries a substantial amount of promise.

As a huge fan of Lizzo, I’m no stranger to her shining bright in the entertainment world! She’s got two smashing hits under her belt – ‘Truth Hurts’ and ‘About Damn Time’, and made history by becoming the first Black woman since 1994 to take home the Record of the Year at the Grammys. Not only that, but she’s shown off her acting chops in movies like ‘Hustlers’ alongside Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu, and graced our screens on TV shows such as ‘Watch Out For the Big Grrrls’, which won an Emmy, and the 2022 HBO Max documentary, ‘Love, Lizzo.’ Her newest single, ‘Still Bad,’ has just been released, hinting at her upcoming fifth album, ‘Love In Real Life,’ set to drop this year.

As a die-hard fan, I’m excited about the upcoming biopic on Tharpe’s life because it delves deeper into her story than we’ve ever seen before. Just as Yola portrayed her in ‘Elvis’ last year alongside Austin Butler and Tom Hanks, Tharpe’s music continues to resonate, appearing in movies like ‘A League of Their Own’ and ‘Death on the Nile.’ However, this time around, it seems Lizzo is the ideal choice to capture the essence of Tharpe’s passion and spirit.

At an intriguing juncture, I find myself deeply appreciative of Lizzo’s journey. Following her encounters with legal disputes involving allegations of sexual harassment by former employees in 2023, which she has vehemently refuted, she is now harnessing her vigor into a role that could reshape our perceptions of her. The realm of music biopics is currently abuzz—think of ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ or the critically acclaimed ‘A Beautiful Unknown,’ starring Timothée Chalamet, which recently garnered eight Oscar nominations. The silver screen also has more to offer, with forthcoming projects on the Beatles, Madonna, and Queen Latifah in the works.

I’m eagerly anticipating Lizzo taking up her guitar and following in Tharpe’s footsteps. Given her powerful voice and charisma, this could be extraordinary – a heartfelt tribute from an artist who’s shattering norms herself. Don’t miss out on this one – it’s poised to be a memorable event.

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2025-03-25 00:14