From The Hollywood Reporter · Steven Zeitchik · · 1m 20s
Karine Jean-Pierre Joins Film Production
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre starts producing indie film Terroir.
In brief
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre starts producing indie film Terroir. Karine Jean-Pierre, Biden’s former White House press secretary, is producing the indie thriller Terroir with director Jesse Harris. Originally reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Karine Jean-Pierre's New Role
Karine Jean-Pierre, the former White House press secretary, has started producing an indie film called Terroir.
Terroir Film Details
Terroir is a thriller set in the wine industry, directed by Jesse Harris, who made Netflix's Borrego.
Jean-Pierre's Production Plan
Jean-Pierre plans to use her White House connections to recruit cast and raise funds for Terroir.
Film's Thematic Focus
Terroir explores class and power dynamics in the wine industry, which relies on migrant labor.
Production Timeline
The film will shoot in March in Chile during the southern hemisphere harvest season.
Jean-Pierre's Career Background
Jean-Pierre served as Biden's principal deputy press secretary from 2021 to 2022, becoming the first Black and openly LGBTQ person in the role.
Film's Target Budget
Terroir aims for a $3-$5 million budget and potentially attracts bigger-name talent.
Jean-Pierre's Film Preferences
Jean-Pierre cites The Godfather and Love Jones as her favorite films, beyond The Menu and Get Out.
Film's Comparison to Other Works
Harris compares Terroir to The Menu and Get Out, which are commercially viable but explore class and power.
The bottom line
Karine Jean-Pierre, Biden’s former White House press secretary, is producing the indie thriller Terroir with director Jesse Harris.
