Rolling Loud Is Getting the Feature Film Treatment This October
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Rolling Loud is heading to theaters on October 2. The new comedy film, distributed by Ketchup Entertainment and directed by Jeremy Garelick, stars Owen Wilson alongside real music heavyweights like Travis Scott and Ty Dolla Sign.
Music festivals and gaming culture have intersected in massive ways over the last few years, from virtual concert stages in Fortnite to massive streaming takeovers on Twitch and YouTube. Now, the world's biggest hip-hop festival is making the jump to the silver screen. Ketchup Entertainment has officially dropped the red band trailer for Rolling Loud: The Movie, giving us a look at the chaos that ensues when festival culture meets narrative comedy. Scheduled to hit theaters on October 2, the film explores the wild realities of the live music scene through a uniquely chaotic lens.
The plot follows a questionable parenting decision that lands a young son right in the middle of a massive hip-hop festival. Naturally, things spiral out of control as the duo navigates security guards, massive crowds, and family friction alongside a crew of eccentric companions. While it is not a direct video game adaptation, the chaotic sandbox energy of trying to survive a massive public event with questionable survival strategies will feel instantly familiar to anyone who spends their weekends trying to coordinate squad actions in chaotic multiplayer lobbies.
Helmed by writer and director Jeremy Garelick, the project boasts a surprisingly stacked cast and crew list. Owen Wilson leads the charge alongside Christian Convery, Matt Rife, Christine Ko, Marcus Lewis, and Jolene. Music fans will also want to keep their eyes open for major artist appearances, with Travis Scott and Ty Dolla Sign slated to pop up. As streaming platforms and creator networks continue to blur the lines between music, film, and interactive entertainment, this feature brings the raw festival experience straight to the theater. You can check out the original trailer coverage over at IGN South Africa.
Source: IGN South Africa
Tags: Movies, Music, Streaming, Culture, Entertainment
Original article: IGN South Africa