In the upcoming musically-driven drama, Joyful Noise, Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah will star as two strong-minded women forced to work together to save a small town Gospel choir. Parton will also contribute a few songs to the movie’s soundtrack.
Parton is no stranger to the silver screen, having starred in such films as Steel Magnolias, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and the Academy Award-nominated 9-5.
“I’m really happy to be doing a movie with Queen Latifah,” Parton said. “I really like her and have often thought we would be fun together. Even though we play rivals in the movie, I’m sure we’ll have our fun behind the scenes.”
Parton is thrilled to be involved in the project that combines her love of music with her acting skills. “I’m so happy to be doing a movie about music--especially happy because it’s Gospel music which I grew up singing and loving. I think we need something uplifting in this day in time! So yep, happy, happy, happy--that’s me,” she gushed.
Todd Graff wrote the screenplay and will direct Joyful Noise
