Review of Black Nativity (2013) by Cozetta H — 22 Apr 2014

Wasn't what I expected. More of a musical.

This review of Black Nativity (2013) was written by Cozetta H on 22 Apr 2014.

Black Nativity has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Marsha D (9) on 01 Jan 2014

Absolutely loved the creativity of the way the songs were done in this unique movie…

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By Jean M (56) on 25 Dec 2013

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By Brent T (127) on 26 Apr 2014

Would give this 6 out of 5 stars! Really liked and was touched by this film. Jennifer Hudson is incredible…

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By Matt L (1,239) on 02 Aug 2014

Black nativity as a good spiritual drama about a boy searching for a meaning that Christmas time and being with his grandparents and trained…

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By Brian R (1,372) on 16 Dec 2014

Predictably trite story done in service of the continued mental enslavement of an entire race of people who will continue to eat it up with a spoon…

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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 Mister C (109) on 03 Jan 2014

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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 Josh Terry (603) for Deseret News (Salt Lake City) (1) on 29 Nov 2017

Even though Black Nativity feels a little cluttered early on, a strong third act leaves the audience with the clarity of a more satisfying…

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