Review of Black Nativity (2013) by Char M — 19 Dec 2013

Was ok nice happy ever after story line but was bored.

This review of Black Nativity (2013) was written by Char M on 19 Dec 2013.

Black Nativity has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Prima C (4) on 14 Apr 2014

The story was under developed and way too much unnecessary singing. Great fan of AB and she was the best thing about the movie…

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By Stacie J (6) on 07 Dec 2013

Pleasant family fare, music was not overwhelming. Nas cameo was good nice casting…

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By Jean M (56) on 25 Dec 2013

Not what I expected but the music was amazing. Like a Hallmark Hall of Fame Special…

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By Angela B (368) on 10 Jun 2014

It's was an ok movie. The story is very predictable and the music was not that good…

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By Brad R (338) on 01 Jan 2016

Very good message...especially for young men who feel abandoned by their father…

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By Derek D (547) on 30 May 2014

A story about life and our struggles in life…

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By T C (157) on 01 Nov 2014

I can't say I was completely blown away, but this is a pretty solid recent musical with a very capable cast…

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By Ariel P (11) on 12 Apr 2014

Good movie special with Jacob Latimore & Tyrese…

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By Miz B W (60) on 28 Nov 2014

Sends the right message for the season, but it's disjointed and messy for the most part…

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By Latisha M (21) on 14 Nov 2014

I really it to was great twist on a classical musical…

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