Review of Akeelah and the Bee (2006) by Roger Ebert for Chicago Sun-Times — 27 Apr 2006
Keke Palmer, a young Chicago actress whose first role was as Queen Latifah's niece in "Barbershop 2," becomes an important young star with this movie. It puts her in Dakota Fanning and Thora Cross territory, and there's something about her poise and self-possession that hints she will grow up to be a considerable actress.
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This review of Akeelah and the Bee (2006) was written by Roger Ebert and published by Chicago Sun-Times on 27 Apr 2006.
Akeelah and the Bee has generally received positive reviews.
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