29 reviews
The subject of the film and the premise were fine, but the acting was slightly below average. The story was not straight-forward, and the viewers were victims of a poorly scripted movie. Although I watched the entire film, I wanted to turn it off many times because I got lost in the confusion of the story. I could not recommend this film to anyone without warning them of its shortcomings; however, it will probably score a few points with younger hip hoppers who love the genre.
While this movie will not become an award-winning masterpiece, it is an entertaining move created to provide its audience an opportunity to experience a myriad of emotions. It is a cross between a typical Hallmark film and a blaxploitation comedy; however, it falls far short of slapstick. Though lighthearted, it provides the audience with a rare opportunity to see life from both sides of a relationship issue. This film included decency guardrails and a challenging set of circumstances. It contains no obvious villains and no definitive heroes, but it will satisfy one's desire to enjoy a good romantic comedy. The characters grow and change their perspectives as the viewers will if they stick it out.
I believe the film is hilarious; however, I understand why some felt let down. The last I heard, most of the cast make their living doing comedy, so why were people expecting a dramatic masterpiece? The answer is simple; they didn't expect a true-to-life drama, but they wanted to preserve the legacy of the original movie. Coming To America was a groundbreaking film with an enormous following. On their best day, it would be hard to match the success of the original film. I loved the premise of the son versus daughter dilemma for the king, and the strange circumstances of its occurrence. Sit back and enjoy the film, it's not a history lesson, but an entertainment product.
The direction of the movie surprised me. In some ways, the taglines undersell the value of this movie. The movie explores the relationships between several people who meet during critical points in their lives. The dialog and conversations were excellent. The message in the film is clear, but definitely more for adults. Although the film is Christian, it contains sanitized adult conversation. People must make sound decisions and live with the consequences; however, each person must live a life that's true to themselves. Good people decide based on principles, but many live out the insanity paradigm. Christianity is more than a single decision, it becomes a way of life. A magnificent film for all people in adult relationships.
Lisa left Derek at the alter seven years before the day the movie follows. Derek has never healed from Lisa's decision to leave him at the alter. Despite his pain, Derek is three years into a marriage to Kim, but their marriage is in crisis due to their inability to have a child.
Derek serendipitously runs into Lisa at a book signing and she invites him to sit down and talk. Lisa apologizes for leaving him at the alter without providing details. This film uses flashbacks and the other characters to build the story. The viewers remain one step ahead of Derek as it pertains to why Lisa left him, but not enough to figure out the entire plot. Each character knows more than he or she has revealed to Derek until the movie reaches a pleasant conclusion. Watch this film if you love romance, suspense, and drama.
Although I am disappointed CBS cancelled the show, I believe it ran its course. Unlike some shows that can string the audience along for several seasons, d Friended Me moved at a faster pace. The show tackled some sensitive social issues, some not necessarily suitable for the entire family. The romance, heartbreak, and disappointing twists fueled its true-to-life feel. I wish the show could have gone another season, but I don't feel cheated by its finale. I highly recommend binge watching this program.
It hurts to hear the truth, but this movie is like a backstage pass at a rock concert. Big egos, weak social climbers, and an entertainment media willing to exploit the circumstances correctly portray the politics of the business of the ministry. Religion is a commodity. Similar to healthcare, supermarkets, and restaurants, each church congregation has to fight for market share. People need religion, God, and a place to fellowship with other believers. A large percentage of people will seek a church home and people choose their church homes like they choose any other entertainment venue. Family ties, traditions, and brand loyalty play a role. Ministers and full-time ministry workers are employees in a workplace. They need upward mobility, job security, and a chance to become the best in their field. The competition in the ministry is as competitive as in any other business. The social dynamics of adultery, bribery, lying, and manipulating for personal gain are the same in any industry. People will be people. This movie does as well as any other similar film. The only reason I didn't give it a higher rating is that there were unexplained gaps in the development of some of the storytelling. I highly recommend this film for its entertainment value, but not for a realistic look at what happens behind the church doors. The scenes depicted in this movie happens in all businesses, regardless of race, ethnicity, and national origin.
This movie is the perfect affirmation for those who believe that hope is worth the effort, even though fairy tales are just fictional. The struggles of life are stressful, especially when one adds grief to the equation. Losing a loved one is tragic for anyone, but the lingering feelings of pain and loneliness can bring a person to an awful place. This movie is more allegorical, than a tale of fanciful imagination. It appeals to the romance, optimism, and enduring liberty every heart yearns to thrive. No one in the cast will win an Academy Award for the picture, but they score big when it pertains to delivering a wholesome performance for the entire family.
The movie is good and entertaining for those who understand Brian Hooks and his brand of humor. Highly recommend the movie for Brian Hooks fans, but do not encourage people to watch this movie if they are looking for a serious film worthy of critical acclaim. I am a big Brian Hooks fan and he practically steals the movie from the headliners, in typical Brian Hooks fashion.
Black Panther is a great movie with an excellent storyline. Each is entitled to their own opinion, but I am curious regarding the real agenda of those who are rating it with low scores. The movie is no more political or controversial than any other movie shown in a theater over the last half century. The dialog is often thought provoking and may generate some discussion because it acknowledges some of the world's social issues. It is action-packed and mostly family friendly. The fight scenes are typical for super hero films and the CGI is pretty good. Women and many other minorities have significant screen time and major roles in the development of the plot. The lead actors stars give the supporting cast room to share the spotlight. I highly recommend all DC and Marvel fans to see this movie and incorporate it into the debates and discussions about super heroes and villains. I expect many of these stars to show up again on the silver screen soon.
The soundtrack for this film is enough to keep most church going people entertained, but the plot is strong by itself. Viewers are given a sneak peek into the other side of church. Ministers, musicians and members are cast as regular people with lives burdened with common problems that cause inner turmoil, grief and conflict. Young viewers can enjoy this film, but it is geared more for an adult audience. I highly recommend this film to people who enjoy the black church experience. The only slight shortcoming is the underdevelopment of a few key characters. This film is somewhat inspirational and has a subtle preachy tone. Most of the worship scenes are a little overplayed and not what most of us see in our local congregations.
I gave the movie an overall 10 but it left plenty room for the critics. It is a very well done movie but it dabbles in some areas that may disturb conservatives and people with religious roots. There is one stretch when the movie lingers about 15 to 20 minutes too long on absolutely nothing productive. The movie has moments of brilliance, but the women in the movie seem a bit exaggerated whiny and shallow. The soundtrack is the best in years and Jamie Foxx just crossed over from a "B" actor to the big time. The movie is a bit graphic with the drug scenes but it needs to drive the point home. Heroin has destroyed many families and affected the lives of millions. The movie makes a moral and social statement, but briefly hints at spiritualism with flashbacks and/or figments of the title character's imagination. A great movie for parents to use as a springboard to a nice conversation about peer pressure, personal responsibility and triumph.
This movie is a good study in human nature and fate. Eastwood has always tried to haze the line between a good guy and the things a person does to define him as such. His good guys do so much bad and his bad guys do so much good that we are often left pondering what we see in his movies. Mystic River will take your imagination and patience to the limit. Mystery, intrigue and suspense are superbly blended for a home run.
This movie is not just a good movie; it's a great study in human nature. It goes where very few writers or producers have gone before. A male or female, who has psychological scars from neglect or abuse, would do well to see this film. Many victims of abuse internalize the words and actions of the attackers to the point that they feel they somehow deserved, welcomed or instigated the ordeal. Many ask themselves questions like "what did I do to cause this person to act this way?" or "why should I ruin this person now?" Guilt and fear are major emotional issues for survivors of long-term abuse. Some worry about the collateral embarrassment of close loved ones who may not know and others feel ashamed that they were not equipped with the physical or emotional strength to stop it or confront it when it happened. Some have a genuine fear that exposing or confronting an abuser will alienate their dearest loved ones and lead others to see the perpetrator as the victim and them as the new villain. It brings to mind movies like "Ordinary People" and "Prince of Tides" because it teaches important life lessons. The real beauty of this film may be the irony of how the troubled victim's response to treatment affected the lives of others around him. Seeing this movie may provide someone a prescription for peace.
This movie is not a masterpiece of theater, and was never meant to be. It captured an inner-city neighborhood flavor that people outside of urban America will struggle to understand. Cliches dominate the picture, but they are foundational types of what is real in the city. The playboy, the pimp/gangster/loan shark/crook, and the selfish main character that learns the value of life. Uncomplicated, funny and even insulting to some, but the same people that are offended by this movie's liberties will watch Def Comedy Jam all night long. Most hard humor is at someone's expense. If I were Rosa Parks or Jesse Jackson I would not only laugh at the script, I would use it to gain a platform for community dialog. This production was not trying to deliver a moral lesson, just a few laughs. Thumbs up for a good movie!