Country music legend Reba McEntire will star in a film adaptation of Fannie Flagg's beloved novel, 'The Family Reunion'. The story follows an Alabama family whose legacy and bonds are tested when one of its members discovers she was adopted through a series of letters. Oscar-winner Callie Khouri will direct the project from a script by playwright/screenwriter Bekah Brunstetter.
Reba McEntire at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards from Ford Center at The Star on May 16, 2024 in Frisco, Texas.follows an Alabama family whose legacy and bonds are tested when one of its members, Sookie Poole, begins receiving letters that suggest she was adopted.The film comes from the independent, faith-based film studio Wonder Project, launched by Kelly Merryman Hoogstraten and Jon Erwin.
, will direct and co-produce the film from a script produced by playwright/screenwriter Bekah Brunstetter. Producing alongside McEntire will be Jeremy Latcham for Wonder Project, in addition to Khouri. Ben Howard will exec produce for Third Coast Content, with VP of Film Michael Musgrave overseeing the film for Wonder Project. Flagg is known for books including 1987’sMcEntire said in a statement, “I’ve always been a fan of Fannie Flagg and her writing, and it’s been an honor to call her my friend for the past decade.
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