Hello All,
If you’re wondering why I had to clarify which version of the film I was talking about, I’d advise you to google it, because once you learn what the first film with that name is all about, you’ll understand why I don’t want to draw any attention to it.
Although, I truly don’t think this will be my biggest problem with this review. No, my biggest problem might be with my credibility, considering what I’m about to say about this film. Now I’m never one to stray from the truth, but this is going to be one of those times where I might be in the minority on this one. So what is this film about, and how did it fair? Let’s find out together shall we?
Plot Summary - Slave Nat Turner (Nate Parker), who's been reading the bible since he was a child, becomes a preacher for plantation owners looking to control their slaves. However, when he finds he can no longer tolerate the idea of slavery, he begins a revolt to free as many as slaves as he can.
Pros - The film is an astonishingly well made. The cinematography is amazing, and you can tell the film was made with a passion. The cast is pretty solid for the most part also.
Cons - Here’s the overall problem with the film. It’s more of a documentary about Nat, then what he was know for. While there’s nothing wrong with that, it just feels like sometimes what the subject of the film is known for, is more interesting than the subject itself. The film this most reminds me of is Wyatt Earp from 1994. The first time I saw that film, I didn’t even realize until the film was almost over that they gunfight at the OK Corral was barely 5 minutes long. The rest of the film sadly felt like padding. It truly saddens me that this is the best comparison I can make in regards to this film.
Final Score - 5/10
This is probably one of the biggest disappointments for me this year. If you want to see it, I’d say go for it, otherwise if you had no interest, I’d say don’t bother.
Next - The Accountant: Will this break the streak of highly anticipated disappointments?
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