Becoming: Michelle Obama unveils intimate new trailer for Netflix film

Movie follows former first lady during 34-city book tour

Michelle Obama has unveiled an intimate new trailer for the upcoming documentary Becoming based on her book tour.

The former first lady posted the clip on Twitter on Monday, writing: “I’m thrilled to give you a sneak peek of Becoming before it premieres on Netflix on 6 May.

“This movie tells my story, from my childhood on the South Side of Chicago to my life today – and it celebrates the powerful stories of the people I met along the way.”

Obama can be heard in the clip narrating: “I am from the South Side of Chicago. That tells you as much about me as you need to know.

“It was a typical working-class community. Some good music, some good barbecue, some good times.”

She also provides perspective on her time at the White House and how it shaped her, explaining: “So little of who I am happened in those eight years.

“So much more of who I was happened before.”

Becoming bears the same title as Obama’s best-selling memoir, published in 2018. The book quickly became the best-selling hardcover title of the year following its November release.

Netflix has described the upcoming film as “an intimate look into the life of former First Lady Michelle Obama during a moment of profound change, not only for her personally but for the country she and her husband served over eight impactful years in the White House”.

“The film offers a rare and up-close look at her life, taking viewers behind the scenes as she embarks on a 34-city tour that highlights the power of community to bridge our divides and the spirit of connection that comes when we openly and honestly share our stories,” the synopsis adds.

Becoming will be released on 6 May at 3am ET in the US on Netflix.