Chris Rock is set to direct and star in "Misty Green," described as a contemporary tale of Hollywood excess and inequity. Based on an original script by Rock, "Misty Green" follows Misty, an undeniably talented actress whose vices have derailed every attempt to revitalize her career.

According to Variety, Chris Rock is set to direct and star in “Misty Green,” a film that he also wrote. The film tells the story of a talented actress, Misty Green, who has let her vices derail her career.

Peter Rice and Rock will produce alongside James Lopez for Macro Film Studios and Tommy Oliver for Confluential Films. Executive producers are Charles D. King for Macro Film Studios and Codie Elaine Oliver for Confluential Films.

Comedian and actor Chris Rock is gearing up to make a splash in Hollywood with his latest project, Misty Green. Rock will not only direct but also star in the film, which is based on

Neon announced Friday that it is representing the Chris Rock film "Misty Green" at American Film Market. Rock wrote and will direct and star.

The star wrote the script for the Hollywood-focused film package that will be introduced at the American Film Market.

Chris Rock is returning to the director's chair for the first time in 10 years with a new Hollywood-set drama he's also writing and starring in.