Be My Baby sets itself apart from typical music biopics by honing in on a gripping and challenging chapter of Ronnie Spector's life
Written by: Supriya
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SUMMARY
- Barry Jenkins, the visionary behind A24’s Best Picture-winning Moonlight, returns to the indie studio with Be My Baby.
- Be My Baby is poised to celebrate Ronnie Spector’s resilience after escaping Phil in 1972 with her mother’s help, fighting to regain control of her music
- For Zendaya, Be My Baby represents a pivotal moment in an already illustrious career. Fresh off her history-making Emmy wins for Euphoria and her commanding performances in blockbusters like Dune: Part Two.
A24 is teaming up with two of the best artists as a director-actor duo for Ronnie Spector’s Biopic,Be My Baby.Emmy-winning actress Zendaya and Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins are set to be part of an unconventional cinematic representation of 60s iconic singer Spector’s life. With Dave Kajganichin charge of creating magic with his words, Be My Baby will shift gears from following a typical biopic trajectory.
Be My Baby sets itself apart from typical music biopics by honing in on a gripping and challenging chapter of Ronnie Spector’s life: her tumultuous marriage to the infamous Phil Spector. This film, crafted by the talented Jenkins and starring Zendaya in Spector’s role, who have long sought to work together, promises to draw audiences deep into this turbulent time’s emotional and psychological complexities.
Barry Jenkins’ Be My Baby shifts gear from traditional biopic style
Turning a memoir into a captivating film is no small challenge. It calls for a heartfelt approach to storytelling and the ability to evoke raw human emotions. Capturing the challenging and often turbulent moments of someone’s life on screen is not just an artistic endeavor; it’s a courageous act.
Yet, Barry Jenkins is ready to embrace this bold journey, diving deep into the emotionally charged saga of Ronnie Spector’s life. With his unique vision, he aims to illuminate the highs and lows of her story, inviting audiences to experience the complexities of her troubled yet inspiring journey on the silver screen.
A24 has roped in Zendaya, the shining star known for her chameleon-like quality to dwell into a character’s skin to play the legendary singer, Ronnie Spector. She will also be helming the producer’s role in this project along with Marc Platt, Adam Siegel, Mark Itkin, and Tom Shelly. Zendaya was probably the first one to join the project; surprisingly, Spector chose Zendaya herself to portray her in the biopic.
Zendaya gears up to channel Ronnie Spector in Be My Baby
In 1991, the iconic Ronnie Spector shared her story in her autobiography, Be My Baby, co-authored with Vince Waldron. Before passing in 2022, she made a thrilling choice for her biopic: the talented Zendaya, known for her stunning performance in Dune and Emmy-winner Euphoria. The late rock singer of the girl group The Ronettes passed away at the age of 78, battling cancer.
The Euphoria actress mourned Spector’s demise and penned a heartwarming goodbye note to the legendary singer on her Instagram. The post had Spector’s black-and-white picture along with a selfie. The caption read long, rejoicing the “honor” Zendaya experienced by being able to play Spector on the big screen. She ended the post beautifully, paying the perfect tribute, and wrote:
We celebrate your beautiful life and give you all the flowers you so rightfully deserve. Rest in great power Ronnie. I hope to make you proud.
This upcoming film, Be My Baby, promises to delve into the captivating highs and lows of Spector’s life, highlighting her remarkable career, the ups and downs of her married life, and her relentless fight to reclaim the rights to her beloved music. With Mufasa: The Lion King director Jenkins at its helm, fans can expect an emotional rollercoaster paired with musical prowess soon.
Barry Jenkins’ Mufasa: The Lion King is available on Disney+.
Written by Supriya Singh
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Supriya Singh is a writer who covers all aspects of entertainment at Fandom Wire. She discovered popular culture during her journey as a content writer and found it instantly spoke to her personality.
With a BA in English Literature and two years of professional experience, Supriya believes her motivation to write comes from weaving stories that connect with viewers. She compares a good story to a comforting hot meal on a snowy winter's day. Through her words, Supriya strives to create an invisible connection that binds audiences who follow the glamorous world of movies and TV.
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