“I enjoy sharing Grass-to-Grace stories”- Adeoluwa Owu

Owu, commonly called Captain Degzy, he is an experienced director with many successful projects, including the top-grossing movie of 2023, A Tribe Called Judah, and the award-winning film, The Griot.

“When I got the script for Queen Lateefah, I’m always excited to tell a grass-to-grace story, a story that brings hope, a story that talks about possibilities, regardless of challenges, pedigree or obstacles that anyone may face in life. They say that you cannot determine your background or where you come from but you can determine what your future becomes. Regardless of whatever she (Lateefah) faced, whatever path she tried to take, she eventually found her path. That’s the kind of story everyone should tell. A story of hope, a story of possibilities, a story of ability to conquer whatever limitations or restrictions that you may face,” he said.

This project marks Wumi Toriola’s first significant role as an executive producer. Although she has previously worked with Owu, this is her first experience directing a film that she has produced and acted in.

“I have worked with Wunmutoriola on a project before but not in the capacity of the director, this is my first time working with her as a director. All I can say is that she’s a gift to the world. I can’t wait for the world to experience her on the big screen in this new light. We sat together to speak about the actors that would fit every character in this story,” he added.

Owu ended by pointing out that Queen Lateefah is not designed for a limited audience; it’s a film for all who have life goals and ambitions.

“I think this film is for everybody, as long as you’re living and you have goals and aspirations and you’re excited about beautiful films then you’ll love Queen Lateefah,” he concluded.