By Ron Wynn
NASHVILLE, TN — Regina King, an award-winning actress and director, is better known than her actress sister Reina. But both are happy they have finally gotten the opportunity to work together.
They’ve joined forces on the acclaimed Netflix biopic “Shirley,” which debuted Friday night, and is now streaming. It’s the first time the sisters have ever worked together on any project.
“We chose Shirley because we realized there were far too many people who didn’t even know her name. We felt it was important that people not only know her name, but why she was important, relevant, and inspiring,” Regina King told Entertainment Weekly.
The sisters co-produced and star in “Shirley,” written and directed by John Ridley. The film depicts Chisholm (Regina) as she embarks on her 1972 presidential campaign and navigates seemingly insurmountable obstacles, including the rampant racism and misogyny of the time. While Chisholm ultimately lost the election, the film showcases how she broke barriers to become a much-needed catalyst of change, both for those around her and the United States as a whole. The film was a personal project for the actress, both in terms of its story and cast. Her sister Reina stars as Chisholm’s sister, Muriel St. Hill. “We did our share of acting as little girls, but this is the first time on screen, big or small, together, so it was a long time coming,” she explains.
“Shirley” can now be seen on Neflix.
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