The Pirate Queen - “A deeply emotional and captivating tale”

Lucy Liu and Eloise Singer Discuss ‘The Pirate Queen’ and How They Brought the True Story of Cheng Shih to Life (EXCLUSIVE)

Submerged below the surface of pirate history on the South China Sea lies a deeply emotional and captivating tale of survival. Cheng Shih, a woman seemingly forgotten by history, lived on these tropical and often tempestuous waters, using her intelligence and cunningness to become one of the greatest leaders in this part of the world. Her story is one of progression, succession, and courage, which is inspiring in the face of a brutal and often violent portion of the 19th century.

The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend is a VR title that has taken her narrative and challenged gamers to discover the mostly unknown pieces. It is a first release for Singer Studios and features the incredibly talented Lucy Liu in the role of Cheng Shih. FandomWire (FW) had the pleasure of speaking with Liu along with visionary director of the game, Eloise Singer, in a round table setting.

The two artists discussed this project and the significance of such a work in their own lives. It is clear that The Pirate Queen was not just a job to them, but a way to inspire empowerment in others and promote women in a noticeably male-dominated industry. It was an exciting conversation and I certainly look forward to seeing where Singer Studios will go next. Please enjoy as these two creators dive into the world of pirates and storytelling.

Read the whole interview here.