Tensions rise when trailblazing blues singer Ma Rainey and her band gather at a recording studio in Chicago in 1927.
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★★★★★
This film is full of good performances. Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis shine in this movie. Chadwick was incredible. I am very happy to see him one more time, and what a performance he gives. The story felt a bit short. The story is not that special but I'll...
★★★★★
Horrific overacting and a script that rambles and goes nowhere. Most of the film is taken up with individual stories about how the white man was evil, which became very tiresome very quickly. A few very daft plot twists that never went anywhere. This was more...
★★★★★
Everything in the film is perfect except for its poor direction and lack of story. Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis are spectacular, especially the former. He should get all awards for his final role which was nothing but a masterclass in acting.
★★★★★
I didn't really know much about this movie going in so i was surprised to find out that it was based on a play but after watching it you can see that fact from a mile off.
The film is soaked in play-like monologues and limited sets and the framing. It works s...
★★★★★
For a film about the blues it has no soul, it's difficult to form a relationship with the characters, Ma Rainey is a hateful person with no redeeming features. Chadwick Boseman carried the film but it was way too heavy even for his talent. A dreary somewhat pe...
