Nina Lee Says Her Film, 'That's Her' Release Depends On The Success Of 'You, Me, And Tuscany' At The Box Office
Award-Winning Filmmaker, Nina Lee, recently revealed via social media that the future of her completed romantic comedy, That’s Her, may depend on how well You, Me & Tuscany performs in theaters. And honestly, that says everything about how Hollywood still operates.
According to Lee, studios are waiting to see whether the upcoming Black-led rom-com starring Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page can deliver at the box office before deciding whether films like hers are worth backing. That kind of pressure is rarely placed on other mainstream projects in the same way.
Unfortunately, this is STILL one of Hollywood’s oldest problems: Black stories are too often treated like experiments instead of investments or a greater risk than reward. One film is expected to prove whether an entire audience, genre, or culture is “bankable,” while countless non-Black projects are allowed to fail, reboot, and still get another shot.
That has to change.
Black filmmakers, writers, and creatives deserve the freedom to tell love stories, comedies, dramas, and original films without being forced to carry the weight of an entire industry’s bias on their backs.
That’s why supporting our own matters. When we show up for our own stories, we’re not just buying a ticket — we’re helping create space for the next project, the next filmmaker, and the next opportunity that might otherwise be denied.
‘That’s Her’ centers on a corporate-climbing playboy (Wayne) caught between two love interests: a charming office temp (Jones) and a high-powered executive (Raver-Lampman). As he navigates the pull between true love and career ambition, the story promises to deliver heartfelt humor and relatable moments. Supporting cast members include Tabitha Brown, J. Alphonse Nicholson (P-Valley), Patricia “Ms. Pat” Williams, and comedian Bovi.
Directed by Nina Lee, who co-wrote the screenplay with Kountry Wayne and Tiffany Yancey, That’s Her explores how familial relationships shape modern dating while balancing poignant storytelling with comedy. “This film digs deeper than the usual rom-com by reflecting on how our parents’ love stories influence us. Yet, it’s still hilarious with vibrant characters and stunning visuals,” said Lee. The director drew inspiration from classics like When Harry Met Sally, Boomerang, and B.A.P.S., creating a contemporary homage to these beloved films.