Quvenzhané Wallis has just landed another huge role after garnering an Academy Award nomination for starring in Beasts of the Southern Wild. The 9-year-old has been tapped by Overbrook Entertainment (Will Smith), Marcy Media (Jay-Z), director Will Gluck and Sony Pictures Entertainment to play the lead role of Annie.
“With the recent Academy Award® nomination and critical acclaim, Quvenzhané Wallis is a true star and we believe her portrayal as Annie will make her a true worldwide star," states Hannah Minghella, president of Production of Columbia Pictures. "She is an extraordinary young talent with an amazing range, not only as an actress but as a singer and dancer, and we can’t wait for audiences to further discover her.”
Annie is set to arrive in theaters during the winter holiday season in 2014.
The world of Hollywood is always full of surprises, and this one takes the cake. Oscar nominee Quvenzhané Wallis has been tapped for a major role in Jay-Z & Will Smith’s remake of “Annie”! This news may come as a shock to some, but it just goes to show how far she’s come since her breakout performance at just nine years old. Read on to learn more about what we can expect from the upcoming film.
Quvenzhané Wallis first rose to fame with her critically acclaimed performance in 2012’s “Beasts Of The Southern Wild.” She was nominated for an Academy Award at only nine years old – making history as the youngest actress ever nominated for Best Actress! Now, six years later, she’s being given another amazing opportunity by working alongside two legends. It’ll be exciting to see what this talented young woman does next.
Jay-Z and Will Smith are teaming up once again after their 2014 hit movie, “Focus.” Fans were delighted when they heard that these two titans of entertainment would be joining forces once more – now even more so that Quvenzhané Wallis will also be involved! With such heavy hitters behind the camera and a starlet like Wallis in front of it, we can bet that this new adaptation of “Annie” won’t disappoint.
Biography Of Quvenzhané Wallis
Quvenzhané Wallis is an American actress who rose to prominence after being cast as the lead role in the 2014 remake of Annie. Born on August 28, 2003 in Houma, Louisiana, she was raised by her mother and father along with her siblings. She started performing at a young age, participating in local plays and talent shows before eventually landing small roles in films like Beasts of the Southern Wild (2012).
Wallis’ breakthrough came when she received a nomination for Best Actress at the 85th Academy Awards for her performance in Beasts of the Southern Wild. This made her both the youngest performer ever nominated for that award and only third African-American woman to be so honored. Following this recognition, Jay-Z and Will Smith selected Wallis to play Annie in their upcoming film adaptation of the musical comedy classic.
This opportunity allowed Wallis to showcase her talents once more on a much bigger stage than ever before. By taking on such an iconic role, she has become an inspiration to many people around the world while also cementing herself as one of Hollywood’s brightest stars.
Details Of Upcoming Film Adaptation
As Wallis takes on the role of Annie, fans are eager to see what she brings to the movie. Jay-Z and Will Smith’s production is set to be a modern retelling of the original story with updated music and visuals. This will no doubt give Wallis an opportunity to showcase her talents in front of a global audience as well as appeal to new generations who may not be familiar with the classic musical comedy.
The film features some of today’s biggest stars including Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Rose Byrne, and Bobby Cannavale. With such an incredible cast assembled for this project, it is sure to be one of Hollywood’s most anticipated films when it hits theaters later this year.
Wallis’ performance in this remake could end up being one of her defining moments and cement her place among child actors that have made their mark on cinema history. As audiences eagerly await its release, they can rest assured knowing that they’ll get to witness first-hand just how talented Quvenzhané Wallis really is.
Conclusion
Quvenzhané Wallis is an incredible talent and has earned her place on the big screen. She’s already proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with, from her captivating performance in ‘Beasts of the Southern Wild’ to her recent Oscar nomination for Best Actress. Now, she’s been tapped by Jay-Z and Will Smith to star in their new adaptation of ‘Annie.’ It’s clear that Quvenzhané has what it takes to make this role shine, and we can’t wait to see how she brings Annie to life.
This film will be a great opportunity for Quvenzhané not only as an actress but also as a young woman growing up in Hollywood. With the support of two powerhouse producers like Jay-Z and Will Smith behind her, there’s no doubt that Quvenzhané will have all the resources she needs to succeed. We’re sure that with their help, she’ll deliver an amazing performance that everyone will remember for years to come.
It’s exciting when young actors like Quvenzhané get chances like this—it gives us hope for the future of our industry and shows us just how far someone can go if they put their mind to it. Here’s hoping that Quvenzhané enjoys every minute of filming and makes Annie one unforgettable movie experience!
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