Review of Dear White People (2014) by Tim M — 16 Oct 2014
We went to the 9pm sold out show following an 8pm sold out show (only playing at 2 theaters in Manhattan so far.) Reminded me of the first Spike Lee movies, definitely shot low budget, but well-written and great acting----especially the lead girl Tessa Thompson, who really touched my heart.
It's meant to be funny and serious at the same time, and digs deep into more than just the obvious conflicts. It's hard to fairly compare this on the same scale I would use for a big budget Hollywood comedy- yet it fully deserves 4 stars.
I'm glad I saw it opening night with a very mixed audience. (The film is not riot-inducing.).
This review of Dear White People (2014) was written by Tim M on 16 Oct 2014.
Dear White People has generally received positive reviews.
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