Netflix is about to bless us with a new romantic drama, and baby, it sounds like pure cinematic soul! We’re talking Nia Long and Larenz Tate, together again, bringing their signature magic to the screen. Eugene Ashe (Sylvie’s Love) is directing this untitled gem, co-writing it with Kay Oyegun (This Is Us, Queenie). And with James Lopez, Charles D. King, and Poppy Hanks of MACRO Film Studios producing? This is gearing up to be a full-on celebration of Black love, music, and that timeless connection we all crave.
Netflix is playing coy with the plot details, but we hear it’s a romance inspired by Maxwell’s legendary 1996 album, “Urban Hang Suite.” That album was everything – a neo-soul masterpiece that took us through every stage of modern love. If this film captures even a sliver of that depth, get ready for a lush, nostalgic, and sensual ride.
This project is a reunion we’ve been waiting for! Nia Long and Larenz Tate’s careers have always shown the beauty and complexities of Black relationships. From Love Jones to The Best Man Holiday, their work continues to inspire those who want to see authentic, grown-up love stories. Seeing them together again feels like a gift, a spiritual successor to the golden era of Black cinema that gave us Brown Sugar and Jason’s Lyric.
And get this: Maxwell himself is an executive producer, alongside Long and Tate! This tells us that music will be front and center, setting the tone for a rich and emotionally resonant journey.
With this dream team, Netflix is about to deliver a love letter to Black romance, artistry, and soul. This is one we’re definitely marking our calendars for!
Jamie Broadnax is the creator of the online publication and multimedia space for Black women called BlkCosmo Blerds. Jamie has appeared on MSNBC’s The Melissa Harris-Perry Show and The Grio’s Top 100. Her Twitter personality has been recognized by Shonda Rhimes as one of her favorites to follow. She is a member of the Critics Choice Association and executive producer of the BlkCosmo Blerds Podcast.
