Jennifer Hudson Flexes Her Vocals in New Teaser for Upcoming Aretha Franklin Biopic ‘Respect’
Jennifer Hudson unleashed her best Aretha Franklin voice, earning everyone’s R-E-S-P-E-C-T in the new teaser for the upcoming biopic, Respect. Her show-stopping performance is the first significant footage from the biopic, set to arrive in theaters this summer.
Hudson perfectly portrays Aretha Franklin in newly released footage for the upcoming biopic, Respect. Although she is not Aretha herself, the singer effortlessly hits every note and ensures her vocals do not disappoint.
In the new teaser, Hudson appears as young Franklin on stage in a sparkling sky blue, angelic gown performing the iconic song, “Respect.” A group of chanting background dancers back the singer as she lets out her euphonious vocals before a lively crowd. The new clip is enough to send an electric sense of nostalgia down any fans’ spine.
This pic was from our first day of filming. When u stepped on the @RespectMovie set, you could feel the love. The cast and crew really was family. I am so so grateful! #RespectMovie pic.twitter.com/vgrH1hLgwP
— Jennifer Hudson (@IAMJHUD) July 30, 2021
According to Rolling Stone, Hudson stated, “When I look back on my career, Aretha was like the blueprint of it all. It was like it was destiny in a way.”
A well-known cast will accompany Hudson on screen, including Marlon Wayans, Forest Whitaker, Mary J. Blige, Audra McDonald, Tituss Burgess, and Marc Maron. The biopic was directed by The Walking Dead director Liesl Tommy and written by Tracey Scott Wilson and Callie Khouri.
Respect will be coming to theaters Friday, August 13, 2021. The biopic will have a soundtrack consisting of 17 songs featuring Hudson’s twist on Franklin’s iconic classics. To stay updated, follow the film on Instagram.
