Review of Bessie (2015) by José C — 09 Sep 2015

I really liked this. now for the mo'nique ma rainey movie.

This review of Bessie (2015) was written by José C on 09 Sep 2015.

Bessie has generally received positive reviews.

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By Tim C (1,157) on 16 Dec 2015

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By Matt H (2,287) on 23 Sep 2015

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By Erin C (953) on 21 May 2016

This felt very long. The way Bessie was portrayed made her very unlikeable…

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By David Rooney (943) for Hollywood Reporter (2,966) on 10 May 2015

This is a smartly observed, understated biographical drama that sidesteps hagiography and treats its complex subject with integrity…

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By Carol R (125) on 15 May 2015

Great movie....a great depiction of the time and era of a few blues greats!!! The acting and singing was spot on…

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By Alex Mclevy (31) for AV Club (2,778) on 17 May 2015

In a cast full of strong performances, Queen Latifah stuns. Quite simply, it's the finest performance she's ever given…

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By Buzzin' E (1) on 08 Aug 2015

I expected to like Queen Latifah as Bessie Smith. But Mo'Nique is fantastic as Ma Rainey. And the scenes between the 2 of them are magical…

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By Kevin R (2,184) on 25 Jun 2015

Film za Bessie Smith,legendarnata blues pejacka,koja e inspiracija za Billie Holiday,Nina Simone,Aretha Franklin,pa duri I za Janis Joplin...odlicen…

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