Actor Will Smith’s latest role is making waves — because some people don’t think he’s black enough for it

Actor Will Smith was reportedly named to portray tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams' father in an upcoming film about the family and their roots, but some people don't believe that Smith is black enough for the role.

What are the details?

Smith has reportedly been tapped to play 77-year-old Richard Williams in an upcoming biopic titled, "King Richard." In addition to being the tennis sisters' father, Richard also served as their coach, knowing nothing about the sport prior to their meteoric rise to fame.

Sports writer Clarence Hill is one of the critics of the decision to cast Smith in the role.

In a Tuesday tweet, Hill wrote, "Colorism matters. Love Will Smith but there are other black actors for this role."

Film writer Valerie Complex agreed. She simply tweeted, "colorism at work."

Anything else?

According to Deadline, "King Richard" will zero on in the tennis stars' coach/dad and their upbringing.

Richard, originally from Louisiana, began teaching his daughters the sport of tennis at the age of 4 when the family lived in Compton, California.

The film will document the family's hardships on the road to athletic superstardom.

Venus, 38, has won seven Grand Slam singles, while sister Serena, 37, has won 23 Grand Slam singles titles. Both women have 14 Grand Slam doubles championships.