Jack HarlowandSinqua Wallshave one goal.
In Hulu’snew trailerfor the upcomingWhite Men Can’t Jumpremake set to make its way to the platform on May 19, the Grammy-nominated rapper, 25, andFriday Night Lightsalum, 38, work together to execute a plan to win $500,00.
The film marks Harlow’s acting debut.
“I just need someone who can play so I can make some money,” Walls tells Harlow as he introduces the idea of competing together in a basketball tournament.
While the musician is adamant about helping Walls, he ultimately agrees to do so after Walls stresses that it’s a cash prize of “$500,000 for one day of hoop.”
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According to thefilm’s synopsis, both Walls and Harlow’s characters have their reason for needing the money.
“Sinqua Walls stars as Kamal, once a promising player who derailed his future in the sport, and multi-platinum rap superstar Jack Harlow make his movie debut as Jeremy, a former star of the game whose injuries stalled his own career,” a description of their characters reads.
The trailer shows their financial pressures as they discuss the need to “hustle a few games together to get money for the entry fee.” Viewers are also given a glimpse of how their financial struggles are affecting their relationships, with Walls' partner seen reminding him about paying rent. Harlow’s partner also tells him that they’re in need of money because he’s “living in a fantasy.”
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White Men Can’t Jumpwill be available to stream on May 19 on Hulu.
source: people.com
