Ice Cube Sequel Finds Director
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Lawrence Lamont has been chosen to direct "Last Friday," the first installment in New Line’s buddy comedy franchise revival in 25 years, with Ice Cube co-creating, writing, producing, and starring in the film.
- The original "Friday" movie, released in 1995 and directed by F. Gary Gray, became a cult hit and led to two sequels and an animated series; Ice Cube starred in all three films and wrote the scripts.
- "Last Friday" will be filmed in Southern California under the state's production incentive program, receiving $11.4 million in tax credits, with a planned 40-day shoot involving 43 cast members and 150 crew.
- Lawrence Lamont gained acclaim directing music videos for artists like Big Sean and J. Cole and made his feature directorial debut with "One of Them Days," a buddy comedy starring Keke Palmer and SZA that achieved significant box office success and streaming popularity.
- Lamont has received several industry accolades, including an MTV Video Music Award and the AAFCA Breakthrough Director Award, and is represented by WME, ColorCreative, and Johnson Shapiro.
