Queen & Slim trailer: Daniel Kaluuya, Jodie Turner-Smith's first date takes a thrilling, unexpected turn

Daniel Kaluuya and Jodie Turner-Smith’s Queen & Slim comes from Emmy-winning writer Lena Waithe and director Melina Matsoukas. Thematically following the likes of Bonnie and Clyde and Thelma & Louise, Queen & Slim gives audiences a glimpse into the chemistry between the couple, who get involved in an unfortunate incident on their first date together. The two get pulled up by a police officer for what is termed as a “minor traffic infraction”. The argument soon escalates and Daniel Kaluuya’s character finds himself killing the officer in self-defense. In fear, the two decide to make a run for it. However, unexpectedly the whole encounter gets recorded on video, which soon goes viral online. The film also features Bokeem Woodbine, Chloe Sevigny, and Grammy-winning country musician Sturgill Simpson. It also marks the feature film debut for Melina Matsoukas, popularly known for her music videos including Beyoncé’s ‘Formation.’ Check out the trailer of Queen & Slim

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Waithe wrote the film’s script based on an original idea by author James Frey (A Million Little Pieces, Katerina). Queen & Slim below is scheduled to hit theaters on 27 November.