Respect

  • 2021


MOVIE IS unfocused structural attractive serious complicated
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67 % Fresh
$ 1 Million
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Positive Reviews 20
Negative reviews 9
Average Rating 3.2/5
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4.5
And Hudson doesnt just sing; if I may use the vernacular, Jennifer Hudson sangs. Rogerebert
1.5
The movie doesnt shy away from the dark points but doesnt expand on them either one scene hints to sexual abuse as a child, and is subtly referenced l .. Usa Today
3.0
In her feature debut, theatre director Liesl Tommy fares best when bringing the music to life. Radio Times
2.0
This project should have been relatively straightforward: to provide a worthy showcase for Hudson, who is tremendous in exactly the kind of way that g .. Independent
1.5
Of course, you cant ding a film for presenting facts about a person. New York Post
1.5
Yet just as Andra Day elevated Danielss muddled film above its structural flaws, so Hudson still manages to make Respect sing. The Guardian
3.0
The film soars whenever the music takes over, as it does for large chunks of the action. But the backstage story is less exhilarating. Franklin had a .. Smh
1.5
A story which ought to be full of passion and fire simply doesnt catch light, and for all the talent on display, it feels more like a TV special. Eye For Film
4.5
The easy thing, when youre playing a strong, potent character, is to bite down; Hudson never does. Time
4.5
The movie has an attractive sheen thanks to Kramer Morganthaus crisp cinematography and the luxuriant detail and bold colors of Ina Mayhews midcentury .. Hollywood Reporter
1.5
Respect, glossily produced, skillfully performed and notably developed by Franklin herself before her death in 2018, doesnt entirely avoid these traps .. Los Angeles Times
4.5
The singer may have covered her share of spiritual music, but Respect doesnt pretend that its subject was strictly pious. Variety
4.0
The mood seems cheerful, even uplifting, but dont be fooled, because Phyllida Lloyds drama is a serious one, relentlessly hard on its protagonist. Independent Ie
3.0
The portrait of the singer does not risk too much, tiptoes through the edges of her biography and conforms to a fairly conventional script that, none ..
3.0
Oscar winner Hudson brings the bombast, pathos and heavenly vocal chops in a winning powerhouse performance. The New Paper
3.1
Incidentally, if Joes dog looks familiar, thats because hes the same mutt who played Toto in The Wizard of Oz. Film Frenzy
4.5
Franklins life was complex, complicated and messy, and Respect doesnt shy away from the mess. Parade
3.0
This is not a bad film, but certainly it is the film we are left with having not been given a particularly good one.
4.5
Plus, like any quality music biopic it gives you insight to artists humanity. Crypti Crock
4.5
Thats Maron as Wexler, whose endearing blunt proclamations jolt life in the often turgid tale. We Are Movie Geeks
2.5
It leads to an inflated sense of pacing and a messy, unfocused narrative with stunted character arcs. Next Best Picture
2.5
Hudson doesnt quite capture that spirit, though objectively, her voice is incredible and showyits just not Aretha. Deep Focus Review
4.5
...succeeds where many biopics have failed in capturing the human story behind the musical legend, with Hudson the happy centre of a lavish, sincere p .. film-authority.com
4.0
Its an uplifting, empowering and deeply inspiring turn, capturing every emotional aspect of Franklins journey. Vod Zilla
1.5
Its treated as straight spiritual uplift, not a disturbingly complex homecoming. Jacobin Mag
4.0
Embodying a figure as formidable as Franklin is no easy task, but Hudson is equal to it. Her musical talents have been evident since her award winning .. City Am
4.5
Forest Whitaker is always great, and he doesnt disappoint here as the mercurial, opaque, and oppressive Rev. C.L. Franklin, Franklins father. Just Add Color
1.5
Hudson is pitch perfect, but doesnt capture the singers sensuality and breathiness. Buzz Feed News
4.5
It is Jennifer Hudsons treatment of Aretha Franklins songs that sparkles here. Crum on Showbiz
1.5
An excellent cast gives moving and authentic performances all around, led by the Pugliese. Queerty
3.0
The movie touches upon childhood traumas but no real depth maintains a choppy style that leaves out facts that should have been included. PopLifeSTL.com...Presents



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