Six Triple Eight (film) explained

Director:Tyler Perry
Music:Aaron Zigman
Cinematography:Michael Watson
Editing:Maysie Hoy
Distributor:Netflix
Released:2024
Country:United States
Language:English

Six Triple Eight is an upcoming American war drama film written and directed by Tyler Perry, based on a 2019 WWII History magazine article by Kevin M. Hymel.

Premise

Showcases the contributions of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-black and all-female battalion, in World War II.

Cast

Production

It was announced in December 2022 that Tyler Perry would be writing and directing the film at Netflix.[2] The film is based on historian Kevin M. Hymel's article "WAC Corporal Lena Derriecott and the 6888th Central Postal Battalion", published in the February 2019 issue of WWII History magazine.[3] [4] In January 2023, the cast, including Kerry Washington, Sam Waterston, Susan Sarandon and Oprah Winfrey was announced, with Washington also joining as an executive producer.[5]

Filming began on January 17, 2023, in Atlanta.[6] Production also occurred in Little Germany, Bradford in February.[7] Filming took place in Cedartown, Georgia on March 28, 2023.[8]

Release

In February 2024, Six Triple Eight was reported to be part of Netflix's 2024 release calendar, with a specific date yet to be announced.[9] [10] [11]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Tyler Perry, Kerry Washington Share First Look at Netflix World War II Film 'Six Triple Eight'. Jackson. Angelique. Variety. February 16, 2023. February 23, 2023.
  2. Web site: D'Alessandro . Anthony . Tyler Perry Sets Next Film At Netflix: Six Triple Eight About Only All-Black Female WWII Battalion . . January 11, 2023 . December 14, 2022.
  3. Web site: Tyler Perry Sets WWII Movie 'Six Triple Eight' at Netflix. Galuppo. Mia. The Hollywood Reporter. December 14, 2022. February 23, 2023.
  4. Web site: WAC Corporal Lena Derriecott and the 6888th Central Postal Battalion. Hymel. Kevin M.. Warfare History Network. February 2019. February 23, 2023.
  5. Web site: Grobar . Matt . Kerry Washington To Exec Produce, Star In Tyler Perry's Netflix WWII Pic Six Triple Eight; Sam Waterston, Susan Sarandon & Oprah Winfrey Among Others Set . . January 11, 2023 . January 11, 2023.
  6. Web site: Steves . Ashley . Now Casting: Tyler Perry's Six Triple Eight Needs Talent + 3 More Gigs . . January 12, 2023 . January 6, 2023.
  7. News: Marano . Rebecca . Six Triple Eight: New Netflix film starring Oprah Winfrey, Kerry Washington and Susan Saradon to be filmed in Little Germany, Bradford . . February 1, 2023 . January 31, 2023.
  8. Web site: Stewart . Jeremy . Tyler Perry shoots scenes for WWII-era movie in downtown Cedartown . 2023-03-29 . Northwest Georgia News. March 28, 2023 .
  9. Web site: Next on Netflix: Your Ultimate Guide to the Movies and Shows Coming in 2024. Netflix Tudum. February 7, 2024. August 9, 2024.
  10. Web site: Netflix 2024 Movie Slate: Titles From Jamie Foxx, Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Jerry Seinfeld & Woody Woodpecker; 'Beverly Hills Cop 4' Sets Release Date. D'Alessandro. Anthony. Deadline Hollywood. February 1, 2024. August 9, 2024.
  11. Web site: Netflix, Tyler Perry to tell the story of heroic Black servicewomen in WWII. Reynolds. Genell. KSDK. February 1, 2024. August 9, 2024.

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