Film & Television
After establishing herself as an Essence bestselling author with popular urban fiction novels like Flipside of the Game, Game Over, and the Millionaire Wives Club series, Tu-Shonda L. Whitaker expanded her creative career into screenwriting for film and television. Leveraging her knack for fast-paced, high-stakes drama and vibrant character dynamics, she transitioned into writing for the screen, co-penning feature films such as the 2023 action-thriller Imani and the 2023 BET+ holiday comedy-drama Whatever It Takes. Her shift to TV and film screenwriting has allowed her to adapt her signature literary voice—marked by emotional intensity, sharp dialogue, and compelling relationship drama—for film and television audiences.
Haus of Vicious
Haus of Vicious is an urban drama television series created by Jill Ramsey that chronicles the chaotic, high-stakes lives of a New York City fashion mogul, her narcissistic husband, and her dysfunctional staff. The series follows Chantel Vivian (Tami Roman), a brilliant and highly successful fashion designer whose public image is a perfect empire of luxury. Behind closed doors, her life is in a brutal downward spiral. She battles deep childhood trauma and a severe, hidden cocaine addiction, all while trapped in a toxic, emotionally abusive marriage to her narcissistic and unfaithful husband, Kane (Redaric Williams).
Whatever it Takes
Whatever It Takes is a 2023 American holiday comedy-drama film released exclusively by BET+ on December 21, 2023. Directed by Tailiah Breon and written by Amaleka McCall and Tu-Shonda Whitaker, the movie tracks the lives and bonds of a close-knit group of women navigating major milestones during the festive season.
