Overview

• Barry Jenkins, the Oscar-winning director of 'Moonlight,' has been confirmed to direct the Ronnie Spector biopic 'Be My Baby.'
• Zendaya, hand-picked by Spector before her passing in 2022, will star as the legendary Ronettes singer and co-produce the film.
• The screenplay, written by Dave Kajganich, will adapt Spector's 1990 memoir and focus on her abusive marriage to Phil Spector and her journey to reclaim her life and career.
• A24 is producing the film alongside Jenkins' Pastel partners and other collaborators, continuing its reputation for prestige cinema.
• Casting for Phil Spector and other key roles has yet to be announced as the project remains in pre-production.