HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES -- In the new movie "Respect," Jennifer Hudson takes on the monumental role of the late, great Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. "Respect" tells the story of Franklin's ...

I’m here for it. The trailer is promising. Even if the film turns out mediocre, J.Hud could very well secure a nomination….and possibly a win. Especially if RESPECT goes Comesy/Musical at the Globes.

"Respect," also starring Forest Whitaker and Marlon Wayans, is in theaters now. Jennifer Hudson is still feeling the emotional effects of playing the late Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, in the new ...

The biopic is slated to hit theaters next year. If what you want is a first look at Jennifer Hudson portraying the Queen of Soul in the upcoming Aretha Franklin biopic "Respect," you got it! A ...

The Hollywood icon looks back at his legendary life and career in an upcoming new Netflix documentary. 8 hours ago In addition to the wit and strength Franklin embodied, the trailer also explores how ...

Even well-worn notes can sound freshly resonant in the right hands. A new film about Franklin's early years doesn't entirely avoid biopic... Aretha Franklin Biopic Pays Proper 'Respect' To The Queen ...

*It looks like Jennifer Hudson is closer than ever to playing Aretha Franklin on the big screen. According to The Wrap, “Straight Outta Compton” producer Scott Bernstein is developing the film, and ...

During Make Space For The Happy Place, Jennifer Hudson reacts to the spirit tunnels from her show going viral, recalls the most surreal moment from the night she won her Oscar, and discusses how she ...

Another music biopic is on the way: «Dreamgirls» powerhouse Jennifer Hudson takes on the leading role. Ray Charles had one. James Brown will probably get one as well. Bob Dylan currently has his in ...

The average musical biopic — and most of them are pretty average — follows a predictable arc: the troubled childhood marked by flashes of genius; the record deals and hit album montages; the marriages ...

Marlon Wayans probably would’ve gotten Oscar buzz for portraying Richard Pryor in the long delayed biopic. He was also VERY good in Requiem. It’s not inconceivable to see him being at least a ...