A Journal for Jordan

A Journal for Jordan is an upcoming American drama film directed by Denzel Washington and starring Michael B. Jordan and Chanté Adams. The film is written by Virgil Williams, and is based on the memoir A Journal for Jordan: A Story of Love and Honor by Dana Canedy.

A Journal for Jordan
Theatrical release poster
Directed byDenzel Washington
Screenplay byVirgil Williams
Based onA Journal for Jordan: A Story of Love and Honor
by Dana Canedy
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyMaryse Alberti[1]
Edited byHughes Winborne
Music byMarcelo Zarvos
Production
companies
Distributed bySony Pictures Releasing
Release date
  • December 25, 2021 (2021-12-25)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

The film is scheduled to be released by Sony Pictures Releasing on December 25, 2021. It has received generally negative reviews from critics.

Premise

Based on a true story, while 1st Sergeant Charles Monroe King is deployed in Iraq, he keeps a journal of love and advice for his infant son. Sharing this journal with her son, his fiancée, Dana Canedy reflects on her unlikely yet powerful romantic relationship with King.[2]

Cast

Production

In January 2018, it was reported that Denzel Washington would direct the film Journal for Jordan from a script by Virgil Williams based on Dana Canedy's memoir.[3] In February 2019, it was reported that Michael B. Jordan would play the lead role.[4] In October 2020, Chanté Adams was cast in the film.[5] As of December 2020, production had begun.[6][7] In February 2021, Robert Wisdom, Johnny M. Wu, and Jalon Christian joined the cast.[8] In March 2021, Tamara Tunie joined the cast.[9]

Release

A Journal for Jordan was originally scheduled by Sony Pictures Releasing for a limited theatrical release on December 10, 2021, before going wide on December 22.[10] In October 2021, the film was pushed to a wide theatrical release on December 25, on Christmas day, without a limited release.[11]

Reception

Critical response

On review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 43% based on 7 reviews, with an average rating of 4.60/10.[12] On Metacritic, it has a weighted average score of 27 out of 100 based on 4 critics, indicating "generally unfavorable reviews".[13]

References
  1. "Maryse Alberti" (PDF). Dattner Dispoto & Associates. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
  2. "A Journal for Jordan", Sony Pictures Entertainment, retrieved August 19, 2021
  3. McNary, Dave (January 29, 2018). "'Mudbound' Writer Virgil Williams to Adapt Denzel Washington's 'A Journal for Jordan'". Variety. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
  4. Kroll, Justin (February 21, 2019). "Michael B. Jordan to Star in Denzel Washington's 'Journal for Jordan'". Variety. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
  5. Kroll, Justin (October 23, 2020). "Chante Adams Lands Lead Role Opposite Michael B. Jordan In Denzel Washington's 'Journal For Jordan'". Deadline. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
  6. Gardner, Chris (February 1, 2021). "Michael B. Jordan on Being Directed by Denzel Washington, Adjusting to Pandemic: "I Grew up a Lot Last Year"". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
  7. "Chanté Adams will star opposite Michael B Jordan in Denzel Washington-directorial 'Journal for Jordan'". The Economic Times. Retrieved February 2, 2021.
  8. Kroll, Justin (February 19, 2021). "'The Wire' Actor Robert Wisdom, Johnny M. Wu & Jalon Christian Join Michael B. Jordan In Denzel Washington-Directed 'Journal For Jordan'". Deadline. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
  9. N'Duka, Amanda (March 5, 2021). "'Journal for Jordan': 'Law & Order's Tamara Tunie Joins Denzel Washington-Directed Drama". Deadline. Retrieved March 5, 2021.
  10. D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 20, 2021). "Denzel Washington's 'A Journal For Jordan' Sets Year-End Theatrical Release". Deadline. Retrieved April 20, 2021.
  11. D'Alessandro, Anthony (October 22, 2021). "'A Journal For Jordan' Heads To Christmas; Sony Also Dates Untitled Marvel Pics". Deadline. Retrieved October 24, 2021.
  12. "A Journal for Jordan". Rotten Tomatoes. Fandango Media. Retrieved December 17, 2021.
  13. "A Journal for Jordan". Metacritic. Red Ventures. Retrieved December 17, 2021.
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