Adeyemi alleges on-set trauma as Children of Blood and Bone drama unfolds

Tomi Adeyemi, author of Children of Blood and Bone, intensifies the film saga by claiming a traumatic on-set experience during the movie’s production and criticizing how it’s been handled behind the scenes. She previously blocked star Amandla Stenberg amid ongoing colorism casting controversy and says she won’t watch the film, citing severe pain and panic attacks after returning from filming. Adeyemi’s comments come as the film’s trailer and a Paramount-led promotion drew attention, with no immediate public comment from Prince-Bythewood or Paramount; fans remain seeking clarity about the behind-the-scenes disputes. The movie is slated for a Jan. 15 release.