The Obamas Team Up with Tiger Woods for New Movie
- Barack and Michelle Obama are in talks to produce a biopic about Tiger Woods
- The movie is in development at Amazon MGM
- The studio purchased the rights to "The Tiger Slam: The Inside Story of the Greatest Golf Ever Played"
- Reinaldo Marcus Green will direct the film
- The film will focus on Woods’ achievement of winning four major trophies in a row
- It will not cover Woods’ personal downfall
- Woods has won 15 major titles in his career
Barack and Michelle Obama are currently in negotiations to produce a biopic about golf legend Tiger Woods, according to a source familiar with the discussions. The movie is being developed at Amazon MGM, as reported by Deadline, which revealed that the studio acquired the rights to Kevin Cook’s book “The Tiger Slam: The Inside Story of the Greatest Golf Ever Played.” This book delves into how Woods made history by being the first golfer to simultaneously hold all four major championship titles in 2000-01.
Reinaldo Marcus Green, known for his work on “King Richard” which portrayed the childhoods of tennis icons Venus and Serena Williams and their father Richard, is set to direct the Tiger Woods biopic. “King Richard” earned Will Smith an Academy Award for best actor, although the win was overshadowed by an incident where Smith struck comedian Chris Rock on stage during the ceremony.
The Obamas’ production company, Higher Ground Productions, has already produced successful projects such as the Oscar-winning documentary “American Factory” and the popular Netflix thriller “Leave the World Behind.” Their foray into the world of movies about sports legends like Tiger Woods is another ambitious endeavor for the former US president and first lady.
Tiger Woods, a trailblazer in the world of golf, made history as the first Black player to win a major title at the 1997 Masters Tournament. The upcoming biopic will center on his remarkable achievement known as the “Tiger Slam,” where he clinched victories at the 2000 US Open, British Open, and PGA Championship, followed by the 2001 Masters to secure four major championship titles in a row.
The film is not expected to delve into Woods’ personal struggles and controversies, including his well-documented extramarital affairs and subsequent divorce following a car crash near his home in 2009. Despite these challenges, Woods has amassed an impressive 15 major championship victories, putting him second only to golf legend Jack Nicklaus who boasts 18 major wins.
In a recent update, Woods revealed that he suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon, adding to the list of injuries he has faced throughout his career. This latest setback marks another chapter in the roller-coaster journey of one of golf’s most iconic figures.
As the project moves forward, the Tiger Woods biopic is poised to shed light on the incredible career and achievements of the golf superstar, capturing the essence of his impact on the sport and his enduring legacy. With the involvement of industry heavyweights like the Obamas and acclaimed director Reinaldo Marcus Green, the film is set to be a compelling exploration of one of golf’s greatest players and his unparalleled contributions to the game.
/Digital Sauce
