Ice seasoning has already taken the music world by storm – and now she’s aiming to do the same in Hollywood.
Multiple media outlets confirmed on Wednesday, April 10, that the 24-year-old rapper had been cast Spike Leeis the English-language reimagining of the 1963 crime thriller. High and low.
Ice Spice will work on the film, which has already begun production Denzel Washington, who will play the lead role. Details surrounding Ice Spice’s character have been kept secret but loud The Hollywood Reportershe will appear in a cameo appearance.
While this is the first time Ice Spice has worked with the 67-year-old Lee, it is Washington’s fifth collaboration with the director. The duo last teamed up in 2006 insiderand 1998s He has game1992s Malcom X and 1990s Mo’ Better Blues.
The plot of the High and low The remake hasn’t been revealed yet, but the original has Akira Kurosawa The film was based on the novel King’s ransom from Ed McBain. It was about a businessman who found himself in a tense hostage negotiation after being told his son had been kidnapped and held for ransom.
Although High and low will be Ice Spice’s first major film, she has dabbled in the acting world before. She appeared in a Dunkin’ commercial in September 2023 Ben Affleck. It was also run by a friend Taylor Swift for the couple’s “Karma” remix video, for which she received a lovely review Epoch tour Musician.
“I relate to Ice in many ways, but I think her dedication and focus blew me away from the start,” Swift, 34, said diversity in September 2023. “She is extremely professional without seeming cold. Playful and fun without ever taking your eyes off the prize. She knows what is and isn’t “she” and sets those boundaries with grace.”
Swift, 34, praised Ice Spice’s work ethic, adding, “It’s her ability to carefully find that balance that impresses me beyond words.”
Ice Spice first rose to fame after releasing her single Munch (Feelin’ U) in 2022. The next year she co-released Boy’s a Liar, Part 2 PinkPantheressfollowed by the remix of Aqua’s “Barbie Girl” with Nicki Minaj, which was part of the Barbie movie soundtrack. Since then, she has also been nominated for four Grammys, including Best New Artist, Best Rap Song, Best Song for Visual Media and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.