ThiefHott
Too much of everything
Brendon Jones
It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.
Wyatt
There's no way I can possibly love it entirely but I just think its ridiculously bad, but enjoyable at the same time.
Lance E Sloan (lsloan-imdb-com)
This film, which tries to be a view of history from the perspective of one man, fails because it is very much historically inaccurate. By negating the film's primary purpose, it detracts from all other aspects of the film. It's difficult to evaluate the quality of the acting and the casting because the premise of the film is insultingly fictional.
ceilidhm
Not a fan of oprah or Mariah Carey but - phenomenal movie!!!! It got snubbed by oscars. As a history buff, I love this. But as a movie goer I LOVED this! Great casting. Great acting. Fantastic all around.
Oliver Thatcher Watson
This film is fantastic for the most part. I say that not only because of the fantastic performances given by all the actors in this film, but also the great story that goes on a decent flow, as well as a mind-blowingly good setup with not only the locations, but the whole way this film is presented. This film is easily one of the better historical films I have seen and I couldn't be happier with the overall outcome of this film. The only real issue I do have, however, is that while the story is great and very well written, it can sometimes seem a tad choppy and somewhat uneven. Besides that though, I honestly think this film is not only a joy to watch with its fascinating history and great story, but it is also very educational, as it shows how it was back in previous years. I recommend this film to anyone who wants to see an entertaining and educational film that will most likely give the viewers an idea of the history that this film shows, as well as anyone who hasn't seen it yet, as they will most likely be fascinated by the history and impressed with the fantastic performances and story, like I was.
oshikawa1140
From the onset my wife turns to me, I stare into her deep blue eyes filled with tears of sadness. "Yes, this happened in a not so distant past" I exclaim. The tears almost never stopped through to the end credit. I hold her hand for I feel it makes her sad. I hold her hand for I know it makes me angry! Mad that the "cotton field" are not just history portrayed in a fictional movie. Yes, I say it loud and clear. The whips, the chains, the smell of burning crosses in the distance, the silhouettes of hanging dark bodies are still contemporary metaphors. Let not whitewash this reality for it is not yet history. If you have never witnessed it in any shape or form, let me say it loud and clear as it is not imaginary. Laws have changed to give a semblance of equality. However, we will all only truly be equal when the mentalities will follow suit, when we come together as one. Peace and love.
