One Spoon of Chocolate: Shameik Moore and Paris Jackson Take Lead Roles in RZA’s Upcoming Film
Shameik Moore and Paris Jackson are set to star in the new drama One Spoon of Chocolate, currently filming in Atlanta. Directed by rapper RZA, the film marks a major achievement for him, having developed the project for over ten years.
Shameik Moore and Paris Jackson will be playing lead roles in the upcoming drama film One Spoon of Chocolate, which is currently being produced in Atlanta. Directed by renowned rapper and filmmaker RZA, the production marks a significant milestone for the artist, who has been nurturing the project since its inception over a decade ago, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. The film, penned by RZA himself, centres around the journey of an ex-military convict seeking solace in a small town, only to encounter a tumultuous mix of love, danger, and unforeseen challenges. With Moore and Jackson leading the cast, supported by a stellar ensemble including RJ Cyler, Harry Goodwins, and Blair Underwood, anticipation for the film is palpable. RZA, known for his directorial debut in The Man With the Iron Fists and subsequent work in Love Beats Rhymes, brings his distinctive vision to One Spoon of Chocolate. Oscars 2024: Shameik Moore Calls Himself 'Sore Loser' for His Reaction to Spider-Man-Across the Spider-Verse's Oscar Loss to The Boy and The Heron.
Reflecting on the project's lengthy gestation period, RZA expressed his enthusiasm for this cinematic endeavour. In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, he stated, "I've never been so excited to start a journey as I am about this. And with the great team and cast I have beside me, we are destined for a classic." Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse Movie Review: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld’s Marvel Film is a Triumph of Animation with Lots of Spidey Goodness (LatestLY Exclusive).
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The film's production journey has been a labour of love for RZA and his team, spanning over 13 years from conception to realization. Producer Paul Hall, alongside executive producers Joe Genier, Talani Diggs, and Mitchell Divine Diggs, have played integral roles in bringing the project to fruition. With RZA's adept direction and the talents of Moore, Jackson, and the rest of the cast, the film One Spoon of Chocolate promises to be a compelling exploration of redemption, resilience, and the complexities of human relationships.