I’m thrilled to share that Spike Lee, a filmmaker I deeply admire, has unveiled the first trailer for his gripping crime thriller titled “Highest 2 Lowest.” This captivating production is supported by A24 and Apple and boasts an impressive cast led by Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky. Mark your calendars as it hits theaters on August 22, with a streaming debut on Apple TV+ starting September 5. After making its world premiere later this month at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, I can hardly wait!
William Alan Fox’s “Highest 2 Lowest” is inspired by Akira Kurosawa’s movie “High and Low.” This story revolves around a businessman confronted with the choice of using his wealth to advance in his career or to save a child’s life. Both “Highest 2 Lowest” and “High and Low” are adaptations of Ed McBain’s novel “The King’s Ransom.”
The original work “Highest 2 Lowest” by William Alan Fox is based on the film “High and Low” directed by Akira Kurosawa. This tale centers around a businessman who faces the dilemma of either exploiting his wealth for career advancement or rescuing a child from danger. Both “Highest 2 Lowest” and “High and Low” are reworkings of Ed McBain’s mystery novel “The King’s Ransom.”)
Lee mentioned last year at the Red Sea Film Festival that one of the greatest advantages of film school is being exposed to international cinema beyond just Hollywood. Watching Akira Kurosawa’s movie ‘Rashomon’ and its unique structure sparked his idea for ‘She’s Gotta Have It.’ In ‘Rashomon,’ there are three individuals who witnessed a rape, each providing a different account of the event. Similarly, in ‘She’s Gotta Have It,’ Nola Darling has three suitors who perceive her differently. From the outset of his career, Lee was influenced by Kurosawa.
The movie represents the fifth time that Lee and Washington have worked together. Lee was pleased about this collaboration with Washington, stating, “I’m just happy we managed to do five projects.” In addition to them, the cast includes Ilfenesh Hadera, Jeffrey Wright, Dean Winters, John Douglas Thompson, and rapper Ice Spice.
The movie, created jointly by A24, Escape Artists, Mandalay Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule, and Filmworks, started filming in New York City and completed production under the lens of cinematographer Matthew Libatique in May 2024.
Watch the trailer for “Highest 2 Lowest” below.
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2025-05-05 17:18