Review of Lackawanna Blues (2005) by Angela F — 10 Sep 2008

Full of colorful characters that keep the movie alive. S. Epatha Merkerson is at her best in this film.

This review of Lackawanna Blues (2005) was written by Angela F on 10 Sep 2008.

Lackawanna Blues has generally received positive reviews.

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By Reina W (6) on 09 Dec 2007

Kinda entertaining. I liked it a lil bit though…

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By Omari E (1) on 16 Feb 2008

Transcends the usual made-for-TV trappings, thanked in part to a terrific cast (S Epatha Merkerson the obvious standout) and assured direction…

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By Ashley H (2,345) on 17 Apr 2012

This is a must see And shows you how the black strong people did the doggone thing! Nanny was a strong black woman…

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By Jason G (1,003) on 24 Oct 2007

Such a good movie. The tone set throughout the movie gave it an air of reality and believability…

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By Kira H (10) on 15 Dec 2007

Loved it. fantastic cast and a great story. The kind of movie that you want to buy so you can watch it every now and again…

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By Richard S (2,067) on 20 Jan 2008

Excellent film-Law and Order's Epatha Merkerson steals the show…

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By Kelly W (531) on 26 Nov 2007

I watched it. Still not quite sure if I got the point of the movie though. Can't say it was bad. But I probably won't be running to watch it again…

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By Dana A (407) on 04 Jul 2008

One of my favoriate movies. Great acting, script, costumes and casting. Macy Gray is completely crazy as always…

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By Tom B (1,265) on 04 Jul 2010

A great movie about the segregation era Lackawanna. With a fantastic cast and a rich and moving story HBO hit the jackpot again…

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