Love in America (Universal)

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An original musical film is in the works at Universal.

Issa Rae, the co-creator of Insecure, is teaming up with Amy Aniobi, a writer-producer on the HBO comedy, for a romantic musical feature. Universal has picked up "Love in America", which Rae will produce through her production banner ColorCreative. Rae’s production partner, Deniese Davis, is also producing the project, which marks the company’s first foray into feature film. ColorCreative had previously worked in the network and cable spheres, partnering with companies such as Anonymous Content, BET and HBO. Details for Love in America are being kept under lock and key but Aniobi will write the script with newcomers Khiyon Hursey and Harrison Richlin. Universal executive vp of production Erik Baiers and creative exec Mike Pryce will oversee.

Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/ ... al-1166867