Review of Soul Man (1986) by Mark L — 19 Jun 2012

Pretty bad so-called comedy. Quite racially insensitive.

This review of Soul Man (1986) was written by Mark L on 19 Jun 2012.

Soul Man has generally received mixed reviews.

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An attempt to take the classic Black Like Me novel and turn it into an endearing comedy, this movie includes many of the '80s comedy tropes,…

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By Bob Thomas (136) for The Associated Press (882) on 12 Jun 2012

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I love this movie. It's so wrong, it's RIGHT! Plus Richard Pryor said he loved it. That's enough of a reason for me to…

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I loved this as a kid. How wrong was I. Pure wank. The basketball gag was quality but how did it even get made…

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By ♥Erica L (127) on 19 Mar 2008

This movie is so hilarious, I love it. IT's the craziest idea and funniest sense of humor. LOVE CT as well…

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By Brandon D (482) on 11 Jun 2010

Alots been said about the morals for this film which u can understand with the premise. but for me I dont find it racist at all…

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