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Acclaimed actorSamuel L. Jacksonhas a packed movie release schedule in the near future.
The actor became ahousehold name for his roles inPulp Fiction,Jurassic Park, and more.
Jackson’s filmThe Piano Lessonwill be released theatrically on Nov. 8.
Denzel Washington produced the film, in which his son, John David Washington, also stars.
Jackson stars as patriarch Doaker Charles, reprising the rolefrom his run in the 2022 Broadway stage play.
The film debuted to widespread acclaim at Telluride Film Festival in August 2024.
Early critical reviews currently have the film sitting at 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.
The film is largely being praised for its rich depiction of Black American history.
Jackson was also involved in the Civil Rights Movement (viaThe Hollywood Reporter).
Director Richard Gray sought to tell the story of Irish immigrants who settled the American West.
Gray stated, “So many fellow Irishmen and women built the West on their shoulders.
They wanted to create lives for themselves and there is romance to that.
When Sam came on board, it gave it more juice.
Hes magnificent” (viaVariety).
The film is yet to be released in theaters or on streaming, andnegotiations remain ongoing with distributors.
Based on early critical reviews,The Unholy Trinitycurrently sits at 6.9/10 stars onIMDB.
Thus far,The Unholy Trinityhas been praised for its nuanced storytelling and star-studded cast.
Jackson will reprise his role as Nick Fury, a retired super spy who founded S.H.I.E.L.D.
and the Avengers themselves.
In The Piano Lesson, a brother and sister clash over selling a family heirloom piano—he sees it as a path to wealth, while she views it as a vital link to their heritage. Their uncle tries to mediate, but the conflict reveals deep truths about identity, legacy, and the past.
