New Line Cinema will make an urban teen comedy titled "Party Up" with Elijah Kelley toplining.
- Jun 15, 2007
AceShowbiz - Sparking a new big screen project in a similar vein to its "House Party" films, New Line Cinema will develop an urban comedy flick titled "Party Up" at its pit, Variety has learned.
Toplined by "Take the Lead" star Elijah Kelley, the movie focuses on a group of teens who set out to throw the biggest high school party ever only to get their resourcefulness tested when the party's location falls apart at the last minute.
While name to direct has yet to be hired, pic will be made based on the script by newcomer Corey Harrell. In the meantime, Benderspink's Chris Bender, Mason Novick, and Michael Steinberg are all set to serve as the producers with JC Spink executive producing.
