Tomi Adeyemi, author of Children of Blood and Bone, has publicly detailed her difficult experience working on the film adaptation of her novel. In a video posted on social media, she characterized the process as deeply challenging, stating she departed from the production set in significant emotional distress.
Adeyemi, who contributed to the screenplay alongside the film’s director, indicated that her involvement with the project extended approximately a year and a half and resulted in significant personal suffering. She noted that those involved with the production, particularly at senior levels, were aware of her difficulties but took no steps to address her concerns. She alleged that involved parties actively antagonized her throughout the process.
A conflict between Adeyemi and cast member Amandla Stenberg, who plays Princess Amari, appears to have contributed to tensions surrounding the project. Evidence of their disagreement emerged when a since-deleted social media post attributed to Adeyemi contained a message instructing Stenberg not to reference her publicly. Director Gina Prince-Bythewood, in remarks made at an event marking the release of the film’s first trailer, discussed the production’s approach to representation and inclusivity.
Adeyemi stated that her emotional response to the experience was severe enough that she has decided against watching the completed film. She indicated that the public marketing campaign for the project, combined with continued behind-the-scenes tensions, prompted her to speak publicly about her experience. The production features an ensemble cast including Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Regina King, Cynthia Erivo, and other established performers.
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