Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson to Star in Song Sung Blue

The Greatest Showman star Hugh Jackman can do a lot of things. He can act, dance, get a Deadpool like a fish, and now he can add singing to the list of his talents. The Hollywood stalwart is set to star in the new movie musical Song Sung Blue, inspired by the true story of a Neil Diamond tribute band. The film is directed and written by Craig Brewer (Hustle and Flow) and produced by Focus Features and Davis Entertainment.

The movie is based on Greg Kohs’s 2008 documentary of the same name. It tells the heartwarming story of a married Milwaukee couple who made a living performing as a Neil Diamond and Patsy Cline tribute act called Lightning and Thunder. The couple’s uplifting rise to success is the basis for the fictional film, featuring songs from Diamond’s expansive catalog.

Song Sung Blue stars Hudson, who recently released her debut album Glorious, and Jackman in the roles of Mike and Claire Sardina, respectively. The film’s supporting cast includes Michael Imperioli, Fisher Stevens, Jim Belushi, and musicians Ella Anderson, King Princess, and Mustafa Shakir. Production for the film reportedly kicked off this week.

While Jackman is no stranger to musicals, having starred in films like Les Miserables and The Greatest Showman, this will be his first time as the lead in a musical. He’s also well-versed in art, having previously starred on Broadway in The Man from Oz and Oklahoma! In addition to being an accomplished actor, Jackman is a talented singer, having performed on both stage and in countless film roles.

Both Hudson and Jackman will use their singing talents in the film to explore themes of love and resilience. According to the official synopsis, “Lightning and Thunder’s rags-to-riches tale is an affirmation of the power of music, the importance of family, and the ability to find redemption in unexpected places.”

As someone who has been to his fair share of tribute shows over the years, I can’t wait to see how the filmmakers translate the joyous atmosphere of such an event to the big screen. The film looks genuinely touching and uplifting experience, so I’m sure it will be a hit.

A film about a tribute band rarely becomes a box-office smash, but this one has the potential to be a hit! Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson are incredible actors and singers, so I’m confident the duo can carry the film on their shoulders. It will be interesting to see how the film does at the box office and what kind of reaction it receives from critics. Are you excited for this new musical? Let us know in the comments! And be sure to check out the trailer above! It’s something special.

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