A new trailer for the upcoming All Eyez on Me has just been released by CODEBLACK. The film tells the story of the life of rapper Tupac Shakur and stars Kat Graham, Lauren Cohan, Hill Harper, Jamal Woolard, Danai Gurira and Demetrius Shipp Jr. as Tupac Shakur. All Eyez on Me is directed by Benny Boom and produced by L.T. Hutton, David Robinson and James G. Robinson.
Official Synopsis
“All Eyez On Me tells the true and untold story of prolific rapper, actor, poet and activist Tupac Shakur. The film follows Shakur from his early days in New York City to his evolution into being one of the world’s most recognized and influential voices before his untimely death at the age of 25. Against all odds, Shakur’s raw talent, powerful lyrics and revolutionary mind-set propelled him into becoming a cultural icon whose legacy continues to grow long after his passing.”
Tupac Shakur was a rapper, record producer, actor, activist and poet who sold over 75 million records worldwide. Shakur was a part of the rivalry between rappers on the East and West coasts of the United States during his career. In 1996, Shakur was shot in Las Vegas, Nevada and died six days later. His work continues to be influential in the music world, over 20 years after his death. A number of his albums have been released posthumously, including a collaboration album with Outlawz.
All Eyez on Me will open in theaters on June 16, 2017.