ECNETNews, NEW YORK, NY, Mon. August 26, 2024: Caribbean roots actress Naomi Sarah Ackie captivated audiences as ‘Blink Twice,’ directed by Zoë Kravitz, debuted in fourth place at the box office, earning $7.3 million over the weekend.
Ackie, 32, daughter of Grenadian immigrants, stars alongside Channing Tatum, who portrays tech billionaire Slater King. In the film, Tatum’s character invites Ackie’s Frida, a cocktail waitress and aspiring nail artist, to a luxurious getaway on his private island, where carefree days turn into thrilling nights. Other key characters include Frida’s friend Jess, played by Alia Shawkat, as well as strangers Sarah, Camilla, and Heather, setting the stage for unexpected twists.
As guests arrive, they surrender their phones and are donned in coordinated attire, indulging in a feast of alcohol, drugs, and gourmet cuisine. However, when Jess mysteriously disappears, the atmosphere shifts from celebratory to menacing, unveiling underlying tensions and manipulations. Frida quickly finds herself navigating a harrowing scenario reminiscent of psychological thrillers, as she joins forces with the other women to seek revenge.
Produced with a budget of $20 million, ‘Blink Twice’ received a B- CinemaScore from audiences, making headlines as a notable release from MGM and Amazon, with international distribution by Warner Bros.
Ackie has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry with previous roles in popular series and films, including her portrayal of Whitney Houston in the biopic ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody.’ Born in London to a Transport for London employee and a National Health Service worker, she has a background steeped in performance art from a young age, ultimately graduating from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2012.
Filmed in the picturesque Yucatán, ‘Blink Twice’ incorporates a blend of tension and glamour, compelling viewers to question the facade of paradise. Additionally, in a memorable moment shared during interviews, Ackie recounted a humorous encounter with Lenny Kravitz while on set, showcasing her personality beyond the screen.
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