Review of Black Nativity (2013) by Latisha M — 14 Nov 2014

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

This review of Black Nativity (2013) was written by Latisha M on 14 Nov 2014.

Black Nativity has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Char M (75) on 19 Dec 2013

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

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By Karsh D (1,216) on 16 Dec 2014

No catchy songs in this musical about a boy who is sent to his grandparents while his mum sorts her life out. Poor and dull…

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By Camixxe . (11) on 23 May 2014

This movie has all star cast, I am glad to add to my collection…

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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 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 Paul A (1,065) on 12 Dec 2013

Better than expected. Be warned it is not Citizen Kane.The third wall comes in and out…

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By Ariel P (11) on 12 Apr 2014

Good movie special with Jacob Latimore & Tyrese…

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By David S (4,459) on 08 Dec 2013

This movie was absolutely worth watching…

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By Brandon T (513) on 11 Dec 2013

One of the worst movies I have ever seen. Very cheesy, and bad acting…

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By Thomas W (1,104) on 26 May 2014

Based on a libretto penned by Langston Hughes and first performed off-Broadway in 1961, this film is an adaptation of Hughes' Black Nativity…

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