Oscar-nominated director Spike Lee is developing a 1980s-set hip-hop Shakespearean romance-tragedy based on the graphic novel, Prince of Cats. With the film, Lee is returning to his favourite Brooklyn, which has served as the setting of many of his films, including She's Gotta Have It, "Do the Right Thing", among others. The BlacKkKlasman director will also rewrite the script and work with novel's author-illustrator Ron Wimberly, and Selwyn Seyfu Hinds. Anupam Kher Talks Cinema, Tennis and More with BlackKklansman Director Spike Lee at US Open 2019 Semi-Final.

The project is billed as an '80s-set hip-hop take on Shakespeare's "Romeo & Juliet" through the eyes of Tybalt, Juliet's angry and duel-loving cousin. The film revolves around on Tybalt and his Capulet brothers, who navigate the Da People's Republic of Brooklyn, where underground sword duelling with the rival Montagues blossoms into a vibrant world. ‘Afternoon Delight’ Fame Jill Soloway to Direct Sally Ride Biopic for Lionsgate.

This also includes hip-hop elements such as DJing, emceeing, breakdancing and graffiti. Janet and Kate Zucker of Zucker Productions will produce, with Legendary's Jon Silk and Ali Mendes overseeing for the company.