RESPECT (2021 FILM)

Respect (2021)- [DIMENSIONS]

**Description**:  

*Respect* (2021) is a biographical musical drama directed by *Liesl Tommy*, chronicling the extraordinary life and career of legendary singer *Aretha Franklin*. The film stars *Jennifer Hudson* as Franklin, following her rise to fame from her early years in church choirs to becoming the Queen of Soul. The movie explores her struggles with personal and professional challenges while highlighting her iconic voice, musical influence, and activism.

**Director**: Liesl Tommy  

**Producer**: *Moss, Scott Bernstein, Harvey Mason Jr.*  

**Main Cast**:  

- Jennifer Hudson as Aretha Franklin  

- Forest Whitaker as C.L. Franklin  

- Marlon Wayans as Ted White  

- Audra McDonald as Barbara Franklin  

- Tate Donovan as Jerry Wexler  

**Awards**:  

- Academy Award Nomination for Best Actress (Jennifer Hudson)  

- Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song ("Here I Am (Singing My Way Home)")  

- NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture (Jennifer Hudson)  

- Nominated for 2 Critics' Choice Awards  

*Respect* celebrates Aretha Franklin's legacy, offering a heartfelt portrayal of her immense talent and unyielding spirit. With a powerhouse performance by Jennifer Hudson, the film honors the woman behind the music and her significant cultural impact.