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Tomi Adeyemi says she walked off the film adaptation of Children of Blood and Bone in tears, alleging ongoing antagonism from producers and a tense relationship with star Amandla Stenberg, and has cut ties with the project, vows not to promote or watch the movie. She co-wrote it with Gina Prince-Bythewood, and the production’s star-studded ensemble is still set for a winter release.
Author Tomi Adeyemi says adapting Children of Blood and Bone into a film was the worst thing she has ever lived through, recounting leaving the set in distress and ongoing antagonism from those involved, amid a casting controversy involving Amandla Stenberg and comments from director Gina Prince-Bythewood.
The highly anticipated film adaptation of Tomi Adeyemi’s Children of Blood and Bone has become a public controversy after Amandla Stenberg’s casting sparked colorism accusations, and Adeyemi publicly criticized the production, calling the experience the worst she’s lived through. New revelations, including deleted TikTok posts from Stenberg and follow‑up messages from Adeyemi about not watching the film, have fueled questions about on‑set tensions and representation, even as production and promotion proceed and reps have yet to provide fuller answers.
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.
Author Tomi Adeyemi says she has no involvement with Paramount’s adaptation of The Children of Blood and Bone and will not promote or discuss the film; she hasn’t seen it and cites a personal reason, referencing a blocked exchange with star Amandla Stenberg after being told not to mention her in interviews. The movie, directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood and featuring Stenberg, Thuso Mbedu, and Viola Davis, has faced fan backlash over casting as the heroine in an uncolonized Nigeria setting.
Tomi Adeyemi posted a scathing TikTok sharing screenshots of direct messages with Amandla Stenberg, claiming a rift and asserting she will not post about the adaptation; Adeyemi also said she has not seen the film and will not watch it, after telling Stenberg not to text or call her and blocking Stenberg as a contact. Stenberg stars as Princess Amari in the movie, which is set to premiere January 15, 2027, and has faced casting backlash from fans who criticized the skin-tone casting. Adeyemi previously sold the rights and serves as an executive producer and co-writer for the project. The piece outlines the ongoing feud and the broader reception to Stenberg’s casting, along with the film’s ensemble cast.
Amandla Stenberg and Leslye Headland were surprised that the twist in "Star Wars: The Acolyte" remained a secret until the show's premiere. Stenberg plays dual roles as Mae, a vengeful assassin, and her twin Osha, a wrongly accused space mechanic. The series' marketing cleverly misled audiences, and Headland hints that more surprises are in store. Stenberg's performance and her work with Carrie-Anne Moss were highlighted as key elements of the show.
Amandla Stenberg, at 25, stars in the new Disney+ series "Star Wars: The Acolyte," set during the High Republic era. The show explores the Jedi's use of power and the rise of space fascism. Stenberg, known for her roles in "The Hunger Games" and "The Hate U Give," delved deeply into Star Wars lore for her role. Despite facing online backlash, she remains focused on the positive aspects of the fandom and the cultural impact of her work.
The latest promo for "The Acolyte" reveals dialogue from a masked villain, hinting at a significant confrontation involving Amandla Stenberg's character and other key figures, as the series builds anticipation ahead of its June 4 premiere.
The upcoming Disney Plus series, The Acolyte, set in a time before current Star Wars content, unveils a trailer featuring Amandla Stenberg as a Sith warrior targeting Jedi, and Lee Jung-jae as a Jedi master tasked with stopping her. The show, debuting on June 4, promises a new story in a new era of the Star Wars universe, offering a fresh perspective without the familiar names.
The Acolyte, a Star Wars spinoff focused on the dark side of the Force, will premiere on Disney Plus in 2024. The show features a cast led by Amandla Stenberg, as well as big names like Carrie-Anne Moss and Lee Jung-jae. Leslye Headland, the co-creator of Netflix’s Russian Doll, is serving as showrunner, director, and executive producer. The Acolyte will join a growing list of live-action Star Wars series on Disney Plus.
During a panel at Star Wars Celebration, showrunner Leslye Headland revealed new details about the upcoming series The Acolyte, which is set between the Old Republic and the prequels and is pitched as "Frozen meets Kill Bill." Headland also teased that she drew inspiration from Kurosawa films and martial arts films when planning the show. The Acolyte is set to release in 2024 and stars Lee Jung-jae and Amandla Stenberg.