Filmmaker and American History X director Tony Kaye has found a lead star for his next project, as Djimon Hounsou has signed on to appear in Kaye’s upcoming movie African History Y. Not much is known about the story at this time as plot details are still under wraps, but the movie has been described as “a story of tragedy and redemption.”
Djimon Hounsou also spoke about his casting in African History Y. “African History Y could not have come at a better time as I explore bringing more extraordinary African stories to the world.
Although African History Y has a title that’s very similar to American History X, the two stories don’t appear to be connected, but it’s possible they’ll share similar themes.
“Djimon and I met just after I did American History X,” Tony Kaye said in a statement.