The story of Jacques Agnant is coming to the small screen
Days after reconfirming the official release date for Tupac Shakur’s All Eyez On Me biopic film, more news emerges surrounding the late rapper. Director, Benny Boom and Straight Outta Compton writer Alan Wenkus have teamed up with former Interscope Records co-founder Ted Field, to create an eight-episode miniseries exploring the life of Haitian Jack.
Better known as Jacques Agnant, the hip-hop manager and promoter’s days in the entertainment industry (see: Tupac Shakur, Biggie Smalls, Wyclef Jean and Madonna), as well as a glimpse into his past life in the streets will be the main focus of the show. A press release describing the show was also shown saying, “It will explore Haitian Jack’s journey as an immigrant from Haiti thrust into the mean streets of Brooklyn at the height of the New York crack epidemic.
As he transitions from private schools to becoming a feared stick-up artist targeting drug dealers, Jack finds himself in the cutthroat music business during the most controversial period in hip-hop history.” At the moment, multiple outlets have expressed interest in the project – but we’re hopeful this one becomes a Netflix exclusive. Take a look at comments from Benny and Wenkus below.
‘Straight Outta Compton’ writer Alan Wenkus on the series.
As feared and connected as Haitian Jack was, the infamous figures he interacted with in the 1990s hip-hop scene were even more sinister and ruthless. Working with the amazing Benny Boom and Ted Field has given us access to interviews and firsthand accounts that gives the series enormous credibility.
‘All Eyez On Me’ director Benny Boom on the series.
Haitian Jack’s story is extraordinary and the opportunity to explore his life through a television series is incredible. Crime, drugs violence and music as told through his experiences will be a groundbreaking moment for television.
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