From Hollywood to Home: Black Voices in Entertainment
- Thuso Mbedu stars as Zélie, leading an all-star ensemble including Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Cynthia Erivo, and Regina King.
- Screenplay co-written by Tomi Adeyemi and director Gina Prince-Bythewood, filmed in South Africa and the Canary Islands showcasing African landscapes.
- Children of Blood and Bone opens in theaters and IMAX on January 15, 2027.
The wait is finally over! Paramount Pictures has released the first trailer for the highly anticipated film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s bestselling fantasy novel, Children of Blood and Bone.
The story follows Zélie Adebola (Thuso Mbedu), a young warrior determined to restore magic to the kingdom of Orïsha after is was stolen from her people by the King. She embarks on a dangerous journey that could change the fate of an entire nation.
Based on Adeyemi’s acclaimed novel, the screenplay was co-written by Tomi Adeyemi and director Gina Prince-Bythewood, filmed in South Africa and the Canary Islands, the production showcases the breathtaking landscapes of Africa.
Children of Blood and Bone features a stunning ensemble cast including Viola Davis (The Women King), Thuso Mbedu (Task), Idris Elba (Masters of the Universe), Chiwetel Ejiofor (The Old Guard 2), Cynthia Erivo (Wicked), Regina King (Shirley), Damson Idris (Snowfall), Lashana Lynch (The Day of the Jackal) Tosin Cole (Bob Marley: One Love) and Amandla Stenberg (The Acolyte).
Trailer:
Official Synopsis:
In the epic fantasy world of Orïsha, a young woman goes on a quest to reclaim the magic that was violently stolen from her people. She and her brother ally with the daughter and son of the king to fight back against his brutal rule.
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The film is scheduled to hit theaters and IMAX on January 15, 2027.
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