"A Thousand and One" star Teyana Taylor and producer Lena Waithe talk film

The film "A Thousand and One" won a grand jury prize at the Sundance Film Festival. The film's star Teyana Taylor and producer Lena Waithe join "CBS Mornings" to discuss Taylor's star-making performance, the film's perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes and the importance of celebrating Black motherhood.
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[@veewalker4472]

I'm so glad Teyana is getting her glow up because that woman is super talented and I don't feel she's gotten the respect and opportunties she really deserves. I think her edgy ways have people intimated but I am so excited to see her explode onto the Hollywood scene.

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

i love how Teyanna said that she didn't want people to be able to have doubts about her acting in a dramatic role

[@tyramccall5656]

Very well said

[@yikesyikes5974]

This has been the best movie, I have seen this year. Absolutely beautiful. I cried so hard. Give this woman a damn Oscar.

[@ericbush6124]

Yes it was for ne maybe best in two years fie me

[@MissShaneice]

I just got done watching this film, and I got so emotional watching this. It's crazy, because of how the story twists, but what she did was needed. OMG! Spectacular performance from every actor/actress involved in this film. Teyana got in her emotional acting bag and outdid herself, ok? *'hand claps x 1000'*

[@jennifersutton3115]

Teyana, is a beautiful black rose 🌹 She's very talented. She continues to blossom Gracefully ‼️ Her Petals represent confidence, courage and resilient. And so much more ❤️

[@alpoyao9758]

Gay black black single mother Agenda they pushing and black females falling for it suffering kids

[@bbsteele671]

Beautifully said 💜

[@bestkksser]

Dear Person That's Reading This You May Be Goin Through Something But God Got U He Didn’t Bring You This Far To Quit.We Don’t Know Each Other But I Wish U All The Best In Life 2023 And Beyond.🇧🇸❤️

[@carmensandiego223]

🙏🏽

[@lemuelmalik8347]

Well-deserved our young Queen is growing up🙌🏾💜 Teyana Taylor slayed that interview.... so proud of both of those ladies

[@jada43226]

Teyana is such an amazing actress. I’m excited to see this film.

[@princessslaya937]

She is a powerhouse in everything she does ! Love teyana ! Go girl!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@cyrusfolami898]

lena waithe is amazing her journey in this industry makes me so happy

[@PacificMoceans]

❤I saw the movie A Thousand and One yesterday night and Teyana outdid herself. That movie was so moving and as a former foster youth, 😢I saw myself in Inez and Terry.

[@N.a.j.i.]

Is it in theaters? What platform did u see it on? I saw a clip mons ago, ON EVERYTHING, I KNEW IT WOULD BANG!!🎬👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@PacificMoceans]

@@N.a.j.i. yes it’s in theaters nationwide and I saw it at Cinemark.

[@cjones4298]

I was in NYC foster care as well and I already know it’s going to make me emotional.

[@PacificMoceans]

@@cjones4298 ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@marthaannrichardson]

I too am a foster child, and the movie cause depression and hatred towards the film.

[@Sandra-du6cv]

I've been waiting for Teyana Taylor too showcase all her amazing talents and this just proves TEYANA HAS THE IT FACTOR 👑❤💯

[@Ms.Zen1920]

My adult married daughter and two grandchildren are what keeps me going. They give me encouragement and hope. I am working hard to create and build generational wealth. Mrs. Teyanna is very strong- willed, focus, dedicated and driven. There's more to come. Congratulations!😊

[@du-wonnreuben2289]

Can't wait to see this, I love Teyana and Lena Waithe's work. Keep em coming

[@perrysaunders331]

Just seen the film, great film and much needed. I was moved, excellent acting. Pure Emotions!

[@slowly.but.surely]

I saw it yesterday at BAM. If this is not the best film I've seen in years, I don't know what is. I can't get it outta my mind, Though I'm partial... I'm a local kid myself. Props!

[@jlf7362]

Would love to see Angela Basset, Teyana Taylor, and Keke Palmer do a project

[@jlove2789]

Teyana killed this movie!!!! The movie was well written and directed. I’m just amazed how much New York was so depicted in one film!! Omg, i need more of everything that was given.

[@jojosaylor8996]

I HATE THAT TOOK 15 YEARS FOR HOLLYWOOD TO TAKE TEYANA SERIOUSLY SHE'S THE REAL DEAL

[@stephanie8202]

I can't wait to see this film.

[@iLoveLeatherNYC]

The clip? Had me tearing up...in just a few seconds. THIS? is going to be good. Like hella good. And she is right, after this? More serious dramatic roles.

[@BlkSheepLoneWolf]

I cried so hard after seeing this movie! Very good movie!

[@Dolittlesart]

My God Teyana is so beautiful and authentic! I wish her nothing but the best in all that she does.

[@charnisebonds3424]

I have seen this movie four times on four different TVs. I cannot get enough❤

[@yolandaelbert3579]

I am looking forward to seeing this. Congratulations Teyana

[@kiranholt3296]

Teyana is a ⭐‼️ Give her the 🏆🎉

[@TheLovely990]

Very talented, beautiful Teyana, and great producer❤ Look forward to watching this film.

[@yvetterodriguez9411]

I'll be there this weekend to see it tomorrow, Friday! Bg shout-out to both Lena and Teyana!💯

[@lfernander1980ify]

Just finished this movie. I am not a crier but boy did I cry. As a single mother of 3 boys this movie pulled at my heart strings.

[@sherlyb4705]

Excellent interview! Looking forward to seeing Teyana in this movie!

[@sandra-jones]

Brava Black Excellence!!! Can't wait to see this story.

[@yahincewoodson5091]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🎯 I just saw the movie with my Daughter and granddaughter I GLAMMA say to Teyana. Taylor a phenomenal actress in this movie …..

[@larrymarshall8900]

A lil know fact I didn't know who Teyana Taylor was at first but I seen her in the Tyler Perry movie Madea Happy Family as Bow Wow's babymama Bryon but I hope she gets some award nominations.

[@delilahwilliams9081]

So very proud of you both 😊

[@neonorange6545]

This piece of Art is extremely and insanely amazing

[@rpcrealpeopleconsulting6324]

Teyana Taylor is very talented congratulations

[@farahjoseph]

She should play Dionne Warwick

[@tanyac123]

Teyana's voice reminds me of the raspiness of Whitney's speaking voice. She's beautiful.

[@shakirahill885]

I swear I immediately thought the same

[@thnker3565]

Such a complex film…immersive and beautiful

[@DrParisnicolePayton]

Lena W. is a master mogul - Teyana T is a scholar!

[@janicescott-pair97]

Wonderful interview!😊

[@sherrittaherring5790]

Mrs. T IS ABSOLUTELY ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. . GIVE HER WHATS SHE DESERVES.

[@JamesBrenken-mg5rc]

Sounds great! Everyone deserves the best 👍👍

[@papadre70]

Harlem stand up your Sister did a Fantastic job 👏. She deserves more roles of real dialog and not just sexy dancing roles.she will be a Force in the near Future.

[@authenticallykyle]

Looking forward to seeing this one!!

[@pennymcclane1067]

Lena Waithe you're doing your thing 👏

[@theunquietmindpodcast]

I pray she wins an award for her performance ❤!

[@reedykat30]

So happy to hear about this with Teyana and Lena. 🎉🎉🎉

[@sorr7632]

This movie was soooo good 🔥

[@wanelldancy6383]

Beautiful black love these two my favorites 😊💗

[@dianeross4522]

This was a good movie AND I need a part 2. Teyana killed it!!! Lena & Teyana this is a classic and I want to know what happens to these characters in the second half of their lives...

[@MsRosalyn3]

Me too!

[@sonyahall5080]

Cant wait to see it!

[@__kash]

Can’t wait to see it!

[@LisaArmstrong14]

This Movie Deserves an Oscar!!!! Saw at Film Festival.Bravo👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@RessurrectionGraves]

Saw it last night. It was amazing. So much to unpack. It was honestly incredible.

[@cyndinahicks8798]

Can't wait to see this movie....just purchased my ticket for Saturday 😊

[@carlaglover9098]

Yassss Teyana! I’ve watched the trailer multiple times for this, and can’t wait to see it.

[@terijohnson3925]

Great interview❤

[@kimee757]

Can't wait to see this!!!

[@d11i37n31]

Props! I will check it out asap!🙏🏾

[@javonezell]

I saw the trailer, it was a beautiful imagery of the black experience in America & the black culture of New York

[@annadavis6361]

Love this interview! Talent all over them!

[@ruckes13]

Love both of them. And I love teyana's music ❤

[@lookup5701]

Love the movie!!!! Brought tears to my eyes! 10 out of 10!!!!

[@tiabanks5585]

Im going as soon as it comes out!!!! Congrats sisters

[@Ron_Ne1214]

Finally saw this film, so incredible!!!

[@melaninrx]

Cant wait to see this!

[@thelisajourney]

Love this movie. Very emotional, real, raw, amazing job to all involved.

[@shawnamckinney4381]

awwww im so happy for her. ktse was so slept on. it was so good

[@bonitajackson6365]

Can't wait to see.

[@pennymcclane1067]

I can't wait to see my Teyana in this movie ❤❤

[@montraedavis2201]

Can't wait to see this

[@hopejackson1319]

Teyanna is awesome❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@lauriehunter6310]

Can't wait to see this movie

[@tarshaneilly518]

So excited to see this movie

[@mico2781]

Beautiful movie…I wanted just to put my hands in the TV and hug Terry…Oscar worthy

[@melanieballard8669]

Teyana Taylor is striking.

[@kayprism]

Please just focus on the performance. The Oscars are B.S. a big Hollywood marketing campaign that has nothing to do with individual performances. If it did Queen Angela would have won for Whats Love Got To Do With It in the nineties. Nothing has changed. The value of a performance should not be attached to an award especially a gold statue. I will see this film regardless.

[@trishboogie]

She's so fantastic in this film!! FANTASTIC!!! Bravo!

[@alisha7224]

This looks so good

[@nlp6082]

Want to see this film ❤

[@brediamond5660]

MANNNNN....this movie , is sumtin else xx

[@samanthamiller7267]

I can't wait to watch

[@brooklynnikki478]

Love Teyana Taylor, great writing from Lena!

[@queeng3840]

The ladies with multiple talents❤

[@QueenScript404]

Great movie. Her character was so authentic and could have been misunderstood. Her acting made you trust that she would do right by her family.

[@coolface5635]

Just watched the movie and I am highly impressed with Teyanna..as a fellow New York Millennial this was a very heartfelt film..she definitely will be nominated for an Oscar

[@luvlacali]

This movie was incredible!!!

[@MsTrinichic]

Such a good interview compared to what I saw on Jimmy Kimmel

[@agirlhasnoname6306]

🔥...Love this👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@tiffanymonet470]

Beautiful!

[@deeroberts1940]

Amazing movie just watched it ❤

[@farahjoseph]

I love TT I’m definitely going to watch this movie

[@trusttheprocess4191]

QUEEN'S IN THEY OWN WORLD LOVE IT MORE JUST THE INTERVIEW

[@ajg1176]

I really admire Teyana. Can't wait to see it.

[@QueenDomTarot-Song]

Love T.T. ! Big ups to the producers as well!

[@topangadior8500]

Have to see this movie

[@tonij6688]

I want to see this!

[@sorr7632]

❤this gonna be ah good one owee ‼️♥️♥️LENA WAITHE we in the place ta be🤣 good look👀💯

[@brooklynnikki478]

Teyana’s voice is amazing. Super talented.

[@katricejohnson6164]

Absolutely 💯 we do show up for everyone ❤❤❤❤❤true

[@midheaven_mimi]

Teyana is sooo dang gorgeous!! Love her!! NY stand up!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾