So, I’ve been digging into this actress lately, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor. You might know her from “King Richard,” where she played the mom of Venus and Serena Williams. That role even got her an Oscar nomination, which is pretty wild.
I started by just Googling her name, you know, the usual. I found out she’s from Mississippi and really cares about telling Black stories, which I think is super important. She’s not shy about speaking her mind either. One article I read said she’s “very vocal about how I feel about stuff in the world,” and I totally get that vibe from her.
Then I got curious about what she’s been working on recently. Turns out, she’s in this new movie called “The Supremes At Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat.” When I was checking it, it was said she took the part because it felt like pushing back against people not being curious enough. I was like, “You go, girl!” We need more of that attitude these days.
- Watched “Nickel Boys” (It’s Intense):
- This one is based on a true story about a reform school in Florida during the Jim Crow era. It’s a tough watch, but Ellis-Taylor is amazing in it. She plays a grandmother trying to get her grandson out of the school. There were some scenes that just broke my heart, seriously.
- Checked Out “The Deliverance”:
- This is more of a horror movie, which isn’t usually my thing, but I was curious. It’s directed by Lee Daniels and has a bunch of big names like Andra Day and Glenn Close. It’s about possession and finding a higher power, so pretty intense stuff.
My Deep Dive into Her Work:
One thing that really struck me is how Ellis-Taylor feels about the camera. She said she sees it more like an enemy because it feels so intrusive. I never thought about it that way, but it makes sense. Imagine always having a camera in your face. It is really uncomfortable.
I also learned that when she went to the Oscars for “King Richard,” she took her sister, Sasha, with her. I love that! It’s awesome when celebrities keep it real and bring their family along for the ride.
Anyway, that’s my little exploration of Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor’s work so far. I just wanted to share because I think she’s a really interesting and talented actress who’s doing some important work. Definitely gonna keep an eye on what she does next!
