Online video streaming platform Netflix on Thursday unveiled the first look images of late actor Chadwick Boseman's last film 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom'. According to Variety, the final film of the Marvel star has been slated to release on December 18. The first look images of the film see the 'Black Panther' actor suited up in a tuxedo as he gives a striking performance on the stage with his co-star Viola Davis. Chadwick Boseman’s Black Panther Mural at Disneyland Is a Beautiful Tribute to the Late Actor (Watch Video)
The film is based on August Wilson's award-winning play of the same name. The film revolves around the story of the blues singer Ma Rainey which is essayed by Davis. Set in the Chicago of 1927, the movie showcases the issues of race, music, relationships, and the exploitation of Black recording artists, reported Variety. Emmys 2020: Chadwick Boseman, Naya Rivera and Others Honoured by H.E.R in the Memoriam Performance
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom Release Date Unveiled:
Here's your first look at Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman in MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM, based on August Wilson’s award-winning play from director George C. Wolfe.@MaRaineyFilm comes to Netflix 18 December. pic.twitter.com/fuMIec46KC
— NetflixFilm (@NetflixFilm) September 30, 2020
Boseman passed away on August 28 this year after battling colon cancer for three long years.
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