Keke Palmer and SZA’s Buddy Comedy Expands with Star-Studded Cast

The highly anticipated buddy comedy starring Keke Palmer and SZA just added a stellar lineup to its already exciting cast.

Variety It was recently reported that Dewayne Perkins, Amin Joseph, Gabrielle Dennis and DomiNQue Perry are the latest additions to this TriStar Pictures film, further raising fans’ anticipation.

Written by Syreeta Singleton and directed by Lawrence Lamont, this project is already creating buzz even though details about the plot and main characters are still being kept tightly under wraps.

Meet the new members of the star-studded cast

The new cast members bring a wealth of talent and diversity to the project, each with an impressive track record in television and film.

Dewayne Perkins is an Emmy-nominated writer, producer, actor and comedian whose credits include Apple’s “The Studio,” Netflix’s “The Upshaws” and Peacock’s “Saved by the Bell.” Perkins’ quick wit and sense of humor make him a natural fit for a buddy comedy, and his involvement will certainly add a unique twist to the film.

Amin Joseph is best known for his role as Jerome “Unc” Saint on FX’s critically acclaimed series “Snowfall.” Joseph has demonstrated his versatility as an actor in his work across genres, from action-packed roles in films like “The Expendables” and “Baywatch” to more dramatic performances in “Justified: City Primeval” and “Send Help.” His addition to the cast suggests that this film will balance comedy with depth and substance.

Gabrielle Dennis captivated audiences with her performances on HBO’s “A Black Lady Sketch Show” and Apple TV+’s “The Big Door Prize.” She has also appeared on popular series like Netflix’s “The Bobby Brown Story,” “The Game,” and “The Upshaws.” Dennis has become known for her sense of humor and ability to bring warmth and connection to her characters.

Perhaps DomiNQue Perry’s most well-known role is as Tasha on HBO’s “Insecure,” where she became a fan favorite. Currently starring in “Diarra From Detroit,” Perry continues to impress with her dynamic acting chops and strong screen presence.

The Issa Rae-produced buddy comedy is one of the hottest upcoming films in Hollywood

As BOSSIP has previously reported, the creative forces behind this film are just as remarkable as the talent on screen.

The film is produced by HOORAE’s Issa Rae and Sara Diya Rastogi, alongside ColorCreative’s Deniese Davis and MACRO Film Studios’ Charles D. King, James Lopez and Poppy Hanks. Singleton, who wrote the screenplay, is also a co-producer, while Keke Palmer and Sharon Palmer are executive producers through Palmer’s Big Boss production company.

The involvement of these industry giants is a clear sign that this project will succeed at the box office and attract a large number of supporters.

The upcoming comedy comes at a pivotal time for black-led films in Hollywood. Issa Rae, one of the producers, recently spoke out about the decline in support for black stories following the cancellation of her series Rap Sh!t.

Rae expressed her concerns, saying, “You can see very clearly now that our stories are less of a priority. I’m pessimistic because no one is holding anyone accountable — and I can, of course, but at what cost? I can’t force you to do my thing. It’s pushed me to take more steps to try to be independent later on if I have to.”

The excitement for the project also comes from the fact that successful black-led buddy comedies have been in short supply in recent years. The last big hit in the genre was Will Packer’s Girls Trip, which became a cultural phenomenon upon its release. Fans have been yearning for another film in the vein of classics like 1997’s BAPS, starring Halle Berry and Natalie Desselle-Reid. This upcoming film, with its stellar cast and creative team, has the potential to fill that void and provide the laughs and heart that audiences crave.

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