1. Confidence in Tyler Perry’s Reaction
- Both Vivica A. Fox and Kevin Daniels anticipate Tyler Perry’s positive response to the film.
- They don’t foresee any backlash from Perry regarding the parody.
2. Tribute to Outlandish Comedies
- “Not Another Church Movie” is Johnny Mack’s homage to outrageous comedies.
- The film draws inspiration from the works of Keenan Ivory Wayans, Robert Townsend, and Tyler Perry.
3. Star-Studded Cast
- The ensemble cast includes Kyla Pratt, Jasmine Guy, Lamorne Morris, and Tisha Campbell.
- Each actor contributes to the comedic narrative of the film.
“Vivica A. Fox and Kevin Daniels share insights on their upcoming comedy flick, ‘Not Another Church Movie.’ The film revolves around Taylor Pherry, a character spoofing Tyler Perry, driven by a divine mission to share family tales and uplift his community. Yet, the devil, portrayed by Mickey Rourke, has his own agenda.
Fox expressed delight in departing from her recent serious roles, particularly enjoying her portrayal of Judge L’Oréal, a parody of Judge Mablean. The seasoned actress, 59, told Fox 5 Atlanta that she embraced the opportunity to infuse humor into her performance.”
- Daniels commended writer-director Johnny Mack for fostering a creative atmosphere where the ensemble cast could freely explore comedic possibilities. “Having a director who encourages spontaneity and improvisation is a real treat,” Fox added with a smile.
- Speaking about the film’s loose connection to Tyler Perry’s work, Daniels remarked, “Perry has built an incredible empire with films loved by many. People are eager to see him embrace humor. This is a celebration of his work through laughter.”
Fox added, “Being spoofed is a tribute in itself.”
- Reflecting on his childhood influences like “Not Another Teen Movie” and “Don’t Be A Menace To South Central While Drinking Your Juice In The Hood,” which incidentally features Fox, Daniels shared his appreciation for spoof films.
- Having portrayed parody versions of Madea and Perry, Daniels expressed gaining a deeper admiration for the filmmaker.
Both Fox and Daniels are confident that Perry will embrace the film without any negative reaction. “Not Another Church Movie” is described as “Mack’s tribute to outrageous comedies,” drawing inspiration from the works of Keenan Ivory Wayans, Robert Townsend, and Tyler Perry. The star-studded cast includes Kyla Pratt, Jasmine Guy, Lamorne Morris, and Tisha Campbell.