2006-08-23 07:20:49 · 4 answers · asked by sasmallworld 6 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Movies
The story of the loves and ambitions of two struggling performers is told through intricate musical numbers and vibrantly choreographed dance sequences in Idlewild, an original musical starring multi-platinum and multi-Grammy winning OutKast members Andre Benjamin (Andre 3000) and Antwan Andre Patton (Big Boi).
Set against the backdrop of a 1930s southern speakeasy, Idlewild explores the lives of Percival (Benjamin), the club's shy piano player, and Rooster (Patton), the club'showy lead performer and manager. Idlewild synthesizes drama, music, cinema and style to bring the tale of struggling singers to life. It is the feature film-directing debut for Bryan Barber, the award-winning director and longtime OutKast music video collaborator, and includes dance sequences choreographed by legendary performer and three-time Tony winner Hinton Battle.
The all-star cast is a roster of some of the most notable performers in film and music today. Cast members include Ving Rhames (Mission:Impossible), Terrance Howard (Hustle & Flow), newcomer Paula Patton, Faizon Love (Elf), Malinda Williams (Soul Food), legendary recording artist Patti LaBelle (On the One), singer Macy Gray (Training Day), Tony Award winner Ben Vereen (Why Do Fools Fall In Love) and Oscar© nominee and Emmy winner Cicely Tyson (Fried Green Tomatoes).
Idlewild includes new songs from OutKast's forthcoming album, which is also titled "Idlewild".
2006-08-23 14:48:16 · answer #1 · answered by fuchi fuchi fea fea 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From Yahoo Movies: Set against the backdrop of a 1930s southern speakeasy, Percival, a shy piano player, and Rooster, the club's showy lead performer and manager, struggle to keep their dreams alive.
Not sure if this will be any good, looks like same old rehashed story lines. Might make a better rental than spending the mola at the theater.
2006-08-23 14:40:32 · answer #2 · answered by barbya15 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a huge Outkast fan, but I CANNOT wait to see this movie! It looks so awesome. I hope it will be good.
2006-08-23 14:35:51 · answer #3 · answered by Gothic Martha™ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's singers trying to make it in the busy during the 1920's/30's I think...it looks really good, with all the dance moves going :P
2006-08-23 18:06:08 · answer #4 · answered by jewel2956 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋