Will Smith’s latest film charts the rise of two of the greatest athletes in modern tennis.
A new trailer forKing Richarddropped on Thursday, showing Smith, 53, in character asRichard Williams, the father of pro athletesVenus WilliamsandSerena Williams. While the talented players have conquered the game since going pro,King Richardfollows their start in the sport and their rise to champions.
In the latest trailer — which features theBeyoncesong “Be Alive” — Richard hatches a plan to make his girls the best athletes in the game, promising the sisters will “shake up this world.” As he pushes Venus and Serena to train their best and “stick to the plan,” they begin to see success in the sport — and others start to take notice.
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When he’s told he “just might have the next Michael Jordan” with his talented daughters, Richard insists, “I gots me the next two.”
The description continues, “Based on the true story that will inspire the world,King Richardfollows the uplifting journey of a family whose unwavering resolve and unconditional belief ultimately delivers two of the world’s greatest sports legends.”
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King Richard,which comes from director Reinaldo Marcus Green (Joe Bell),also stars Jon Bernthal,Dylan McDermottandTony Goldwyn.
Smith has receivedearly praisefor his role as Richard, with critics who saw the film in early screenings tapping him as a possible Oscars contender.
The Hollywood Reporter’s Scott Feinbergtweetedthat he “choked up” during the film, callingKing Richard"the most amazing story, told so well," and adding, “Will Smithis gonna be hard to beat.”
Critic Scott Mantz agreed,tweeting, “KING RICHARD: Excellent film! A rousing, feel-good crowd-pleaser about the rise of tennis superstars Venus &Serena Williams! Oscar noms for#WillSmith(Lead Actor) &#AunjanueEllis(Supp Actress), maybe Best Pic! Loved from start to finish!”
King Richardpremieres in theaters and on HBO Max Nov. 19.
source: people.com
