Aretha Franklin isn’t the only Detroit musical legend whose story is on the big screen.
Marvin Gaye is receiving biographical treatment, Deadline reported Thursday. The movie “What’s Going On” is directed by Allen Hughes, half of the Detroit-born Hughes brothers (“Menace II Society”, “Dead President”), and directed by Dr. Dre and Interscope Records co-founder Jimmy. I will. Iovin is one of the producers.
Marvin Gaye produced “What’s Going On” and composed with Leonardo “Obie” Benson and Al Cleveland.
The film has the right to use gay music, as gay widow, Jean Gay, and Motown Records are involved in the project. This was an important factor in the past when trying to screen gay life.
Playwright Marcus Gardley writes the script. The film’s budget is reported to exceed $ 80 million and is described as a “musical odyssey” rather than a simple biography.
“This is very personal to me,” Hughes told Deadline. Hughes has incorporated gay music into his project back to “Menace,” which used “What’s Going On” in the trailer. “I’m always connected to him. He’s an artist and has this airy voice coming out of heaven. There were a lot of great artists and Marvin in his own lane. . “
The protagonist hasn’t appeared yet, but Hughes wants to find an actor who can harmonize with the gay voice, where real vocals are used throughout the film.
“What’s Going On” is currently scheduled for release in 2023.
