Tyler Perry wrote, directed, and produced the film, A Jazzman’s Blues, which will be released on Netflix on September 23rd.
The film follows the story of Bayou and Leanne, played by Joshua Boone and Solea Pfeiffer. The movie tells the story of their forbidden love as they attempt to overcome the obstacles of racism, colorism, politics, and social status. Leanne’s character is described as a mixed-race woman who must deal with the nuances of passing in the deep South and choose between her heart and her family. Bayou is a soft-spoken, respectful family man who wants to spend his life with Leanne. Together they help each other heal and deal with the pain caused by their families as they attempt to navigate through the oppositions of their love.
Perry wrote his new Netflix film A Jazzman’s Blues in 1995. He held onto it for years because he felt he didnt have the luxury of failing, unlike his white counterparts. While speaking with the Knockturnal, Perry said, “Black people didn’t have that kind of luxury. So I had to focus on what I knew would work… Which would allow me to sure my footing. So that I could tell stories like Jazzman.” He also detailed the amount of research and time it took to ensure the film’s authenticity to the period. The Knockturnal also spoke with Boone and Pfeiffer about their characters and what it was like creating this film.
