Spike Lee and Denzel Washington Reunite in Upcoming Crime Thriller ‘Highest 2 Lowest’
Spike Lee and Denzel Washington reunite for Highest 2 Lowest, a modern reinterpretation of the classic High and Low, featuring A$AP Rocky, Ice Spice, and a powerhouse cast, debuting at Cannes and streaming on Apple TV+ this fall. We discuss it here!
Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest movie poster teases the upcoming film, set to premiere this summer on Apple TV+.
By: Joshua Martin
The iconic duo is back!! Denzel Washington and Spike Lee are returning to the big screen after a year of rumors and speculation of a new project from the two Black cinema icons. The pair have worked on numerous classics, which includes Mo’Better Blues, Malcolm X, He Got Game, and Inside Man.
Lee took to Instagram to share the exciting news along with a new teaser trailer for the upcoming film.
“I Know U Have Been Waiting ‘HELLA LONG’ And Here Is DA TEASER TRAILER (Finally) For Da 5th Return Of D And LEE- HIGHEST 2 LOWEST. And Dat’s Da WASHINGTONS/LEES FAMILY TRUTH,RUTH. YA-DIG? SHO-NUFF. STRAIGHT UP!”
‘Highest 2 Lowest’ finds Washington playing a record executive with the “best ears in the business” who is then targeted in a ransom plot. Additional co-stars include Jeffrey Wright, Ilfenesh Hadera, rappers Ice Spice and A$ap Rocky. Rocky stars as “Yung Felon” Washington’s son and Spice will make her theatrical debut with this project. Impressed with the chemistry between Rocky and Washington, Lee gushed over the duo’s ability to go back and forth on scream. Praising Rocky’s acumen as an actor.
“And A$AP, man. Fire. I mean, there’s some scenes with him and D head to head, he ain’t backin’ up. It’s like, ‘I’m here too!’ Very, very happy with the way the film turned out and looking forward to sharing with the world.”
The upcoming film is being presented as an English-language reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 crime thriller, High and Low. Which was based on Even Hunter’s 1959 novel, King’s Ransom. The film is set to debut at the Cannes Film Festival later this month before being released in select theaters by A24 on Aug. 22nd. It will stream exclusively on Apple TV+ beginning Sept. 5th. Check out the teaser below:
Highest 2 Lowest | Official Teaser HD | A24
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Puma Appoints A$AP Rocky as Creative Director for the Puma x F1 Collaboration
With a background in motorsports and fashion, A$AP Rocky will serve as the Creative Director of PUMA's new collaboration with F1. We discuss it here!
ASAP Rocky poses in the new Puma x F1 campaign.
Photo Credit: Puma
By: Camille Shanklin
On October 5th, musician, artist, and designer A$AP Rocky and Puma formally established a long-term collaborative relationship. With a background in motorsports and fashion, A$AP Rocky will serve as the Creative Director of PUMA's new collaboration with F1. The collection emphasizes the relationship between streetwear and sports. Rocky will focus on creating custom capsules that will shape the company's future seasonal design trends.
At 35 years old, A$AP Rocky, the Grammy-winning artist, is known for setting trends in hip-hop and high fashion. This partnership expands his creative horizons beyond music and into style. His upcoming collection will include visually captivating designs, everyday lifestyle clothing, and immersive real-world events.
Puma mech designed by A$AP Rocky.
Photo Credit: Puma
What sets this collaboration apart is A$AP Rocky's ability to blend artistic expression with automotive aesthetics. In March 2022, he partnered with Mercedes-Benz to create a collection inspired by 1990s car culture. Now, he's back with a new project: a collection of apparel inspired by Formula 1. This partnership unites him with his wife, Rihanna, who is already part of the Puma family.
For motorsport fans, this collaboration is particularly exciting as it intersects with the pinnacle of international open-wheel Formula 1 racing. The collection is set to be unveiled in 2024, promising a fusion of high-speed aesthetics and cutting-edge fashion. But there's more to the Purple Swag rapper than just his music, fashion, and iconic marriage. He's a motorhead too. In a recent chat with Complex, he confessed his love for motorsports.
“I have always loved motorsports from a distance, and the opportunity to work with Puma and F1 felt like the best way to disrupt the category. I’m eager to explore the impact that streetwear and fashion can have beyond the track. ”
ASAP Rocky poses in the new Puma x F1 campaign.
Photo Credit: Puma
Puma's Chief Product Officer, Maria Valdes, is also excited about this partnership. She believes Rocky's creativity will give Puma's F1 gear a fresh perspective and push the boundaries of sports and style.
"We couldn't be more excited to be working with A$AP Rocky," said Maria Valdes, PUMA's Chief Product Officer.
“He’s incredibly talented, thoughtful, and invested in our brand. He will showcase his vision with elevated F1 race capsules globally, attracting new audiences and undoubtedly disrupting the track. In the future, he will influence the broader PUMA x F1 range and continue to help push sport and culture forward.”
As for Rocky, he's eager to get creative in Miami from 2024 onwards. By 2025, he'll be designing for the racetrack and streetwear. It's clear that ASAP Rocky is gearing up to reach new heights and add another remarkable chapter to his designer legacy.
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