Madonna will tell about the plight of the orphans
Singer Madonna made her directing debut ten years ago. During this time, she made two films, and, according to the Variety portal, she intends to take on one more project. According to the source, MGM has invited the queen of pop to direct the biographical drama Taking Flight.The tape tells about the life of the ballerina Michaela De Prince. She was born in the war-torn African state of Sierra Leone. Michaela's father was killed by the rebels when the girl was only three years old, and her mother died of starvation shortly thereafter. Michaela ended up in an orphanage, but was later adopted by an American family. The girl lived and studied in the United States and was fond of the art of dancing since childhood. At the age of 17, De Prince made her debut as a professional ballerina on stage in Johannesburg and is now a soloist with the Dutch National Ballet. “Michaela’s story deeply touched me as a creative person and activist who understands what a hard fate is,- Madonna said in her statement. -We have a unique opportunity to shed light on life in Sierra Leone and allow Michaela to speak on behalf of all the orphans she grew up with. ”.  The film will be based on De Prince's memoirs, the rights to which MGM acquired three years ago. Adapted from the original by Camilla Blackett (New Girl). For Madonna, the film about the ballerina will be the third in the list of her directorial works after the dramas "Dirt and Wisdom" and "WE. We believe in love. " The Topic of Article: Madonna will tell about the plight of the orphans. |
