Taraji P. Henson Is Directing Her First Film, Entitled: ‘Two Faced’

The Oscar nominated, Taraji P. Henson has just announced that she will be directing, producing and starring in the upcoming drama, “Two Faced.”

According to Deadline:

Two-Faced, written by Cat Wilkins, follows Joy, a Black high school senior whose chances to attend the college of her dreams are threatened by her wildly popular and charismatic school principal, Jerald, after she confronts him with evidence of his racist past. With the help of her friends, Joy sets out to expose Jerald for who he truly is but quickly learns that he is not above waging all-out-war against the students trying to take him down. Henson will play Gina Robinson, Joy’s mother.

The Golden Globe winner commented on how exited she was to take on the role of director for the first time:

“After two decades spent in front of the camera, I’m thrilled to finally jump behind it for my feature directorial debut!” Henson exclaimed in a statement.

“What first attracted me to this project was Joy—she is the character I needed to see in films growing up, but never had. It’s important that stories be told from a woman’s point of view and partnering with Bron Studios and the amazingly talented Tim Story—both [of whom] use their platforms to help elevate women and people of color—feels like the perfect match. I can’t wait to bring this hilariously heartfelt script by Cat Wilkins to life!”

Source:
The Root