A Journal for Jordan
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Directed by | Denzel Washington |
Screenplay by | Virgil Williams |
Based on | A Journal for Jordan: A Story of Love and Honor by Dana Canedy |
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Starring |
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Cinematography | Maryse Alberti[1] |
Edited by | Hughes Winborne |
Music by | Marcelo Zarvos |
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Distributed by | Sony Pictures Releasing |
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Running time | 131 minutes |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Budget | $25 million[2] |
Box office | $6.7 million[3] |
A Journal for Jordan is a 2021 American
The film was released by
Plot
Based on a true story, while 1st Sergeant Charles Monroe King is deployed in Iraq, he keeps a journal of love and advice for his infant son. Sharing this journal with her son, his fiancée, Dana Canedy reflects on her unlikely yet powerful romantic relationship with King.[4]
Cast
- Michael B. Jordan as 1st Sergeant Charles Monroe King
- Chanté Adams as Dana Canedy
- Jalon Christian as Jordan
- Robert Wisdom as Sergeant T.J. Canedy
- Tamara Tunie as Penny Canedy
- Jasmine Batchelor as Gwen Canedy
- Marchánt Davis as Mike Canedy
- Susan Pourfar as Miriam
- Cleveland Berto as Mohammed
- Vanessa Aspillga as Robin
- Grey Henson as Ciro
- Johnny M. Wu as Manny
- David Wilson Barnes as Schaefer
- Melanie Nicholls-King as Kaleshia
Production
In January 2018, it was reported that Denzel Washington would direct the film Journal for Jordan from a script by Virgil Williams based on Dana Canedy's memoir.[5] In February 2019, it was reported that Michael B. Jordan would play the lead role.[6] In October 2020, Chanté Adams was cast in the film.[7] As of December 2020, production had begun.[8][9] In February 2021, Robert Wisdom, Johnny M. Wu, and Jalon Christian joined the cast.[10] In March 2021, Tamara Tunie joined the cast.[11]
Release
A Journal for Jordan was originally scheduled by
Reception
Box office
In the United States, A Journal for Jordan was released alongside
Critical response
On
The motion picture had three nominations at the 53rd NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Directing in a Motion Picture, Outstanding Writing in a Motion Picture and Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in a Motion Picture for Jalon Christian's performance.[21]
References
- ^ "Maryse Alberti" (PDF). Dattner Dispoto & Associates. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
- ^ a b D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 21, 2021). "With 'Spider-Man' Hoarding Christmas Box Office, Is There Room For 'Matrix', 'Sing 2' & 'King's Man'?". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 21, 2021.
- ^ "A Journal for Jordan (2021)". Box Office Mojo. IMDb. Retrieved February 11, 2022.
- ^ "A Journal for Jordan", Sony Pictures Entertainment, retrieved August 19, 2021
- ^ McNary, Dave (January 29, 2018). "'Mudbound' Writer Virgil Williams to Adapt Denzel Washington's 'A Journal for Jordan'". Variety. Archived from the original on January 30, 2018. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (February 21, 2019). "Michael B. Jordan to Star in Denzel Washington's 'Journal for Jordan'". Variety. Archived from the original on February 22, 2019. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (October 23, 2020). "Chante Adams Lands Lead Role Opposite Michael B. Jordan In Denzel Washington's 'Journal For Jordan'". Deadline. Archived from the original on October 27, 2020. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
- ^ Gardner, Chris (February 1, 2021). "Michael B. Jordan on Being Directed by Denzel Washington, Adjusting to Pandemic: "I Grew up a Lot Last Year"". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on February 1, 2021. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
- ^ "Chanté Adams will star opposite Michael B Jordan in Denzel Washington-directorial 'Journal for Jordan'". The Economic Times. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
- ^ Kroll, Justin (February 19, 2021). "'The Wire' Actor Robert Wisdom, Johnny M. Wu & Jalon Christian Join Michael B. Jordan In Denzel Washington-Directed 'Journal For Jordan'". Deadline. Archived from the original on February 19, 2021. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- ^ N'Duka, Amanda (March 5, 2021). "'Journal for Jordan': 'Law & Order's Tamara Tunie Joins Denzel Washington-Directed Drama". Deadline. Archived from the original on March 6, 2021. Retrieved March 5, 2021.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 20, 2021). "Denzel Washington's 'A Journal For Jordan' Sets Year-End Theatrical Release". Deadline. Archived from the original on April 20, 2021. Retrieved April 20, 2021.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (October 22, 2021). "'A Journal For Jordan' Heads To Christmas; Sony Also Dates Untitled Marvel Pics". Deadline. Retrieved October 24, 2021.
- ^ "Photo: World Premiere of "A Journal for Jordan" in New York - NYP20211209192".
- ^ "A Journal for Jordan Blu-ray (Blu-ray + Digital HD)".
- ^ a b D'Alessandro, Anthony (December 26, 2021). "Spider-Man: No Way Home Third-Best Christmas Ever With $31.7M US; Domestic At $467M+ & $1.05B WW – Sunday Update". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 27, 2021.
- ^ "Domestic 2021 Weekend 53". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved January 8, 2022.
- ^ "Domestic 2022 Weekend 1". Box Office Mojo. January 10, 2022. Retrieved January 10, 2022.
- ^ "A Journal for Jordan". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved January 22, 2022.
- Fandom, Inc.Retrieved January 22, 2022.
- ^ Spivey, Kemberlie. "2022 NAACP Image Awards Nominations: The Full List". Forbes. Retrieved February 14, 2022.
External links
- A Journal for Jordan at IMDb