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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020)

"It would be an empty world without the blues."

6.620201h 33mEN
DramaMusic

Directed by George C. Wolfe

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

EN

Release

November 25, 2020

Director

George C. Wolfe

Official Trailer

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Overview

Tensions rise when the trailblazing Mother of the Blues and her band gather at a Chicago recording studio in 1927. Adapted from August Wilson's play.

Cast

Viola Davis

Viola Davis

Ma Rainey

Chadwick Boseman

Chadwick Boseman

Levee

Colman Domingo

Colman Domingo

Cutler

Glynn Turman

Glynn Turman

Toledo

Michael Potts

Michael Potts

Slow Drag

Jeremy Shamos

Jeremy Shamos

Irvin

Jonny Coyne

Jonny Coyne

Sturdyvant

Taylour Paige

Taylour Paige

Dussie Mae

Dusan Brown

Dusan Brown

Sylvester

Joshua Harto

Joshua Harto

Policeman

Quinn VanAntwerp

Quinn VanAntwerp

Band Singer

Chloe Davis

Chloe Davis

Ma Rainey's Dancer

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Tensions rise when the trailblazing Mother of the Blues and her band gather at a Chicago recording studio in 1927. Adapted from August Wilson's play.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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