Review of Selma (2014) by Sylvia M — 16 Feb 2015
The title is accurate. It's the story of Selma with MLK as the constant, as opposed to a biopic.
It's a good piece of filmmaking. DuVernay's direction is top-notch. She should have been given an Oscar nomination (admittedly, the field is crowded this year). The story is important and well-told. The varied points of view are well complemented to each other. The personal touches (like when everybody pours into that kitchen for breakfast) bring the characters to earth, and make them real. Debates with the president, who was on-side, showed how difficult the battle was.
Go see it.
This review of Selma (2014) was written by Sylvia M on 16 Feb 2015.
Selma has generally received very positive reviews.
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