I didn't know what to think when I learned that a movie was being made about Aretha Franklin. For one, I thought more time was required after her passing before this film would even be executed, but Aretha herself, decided that Jennifer Hudson would be suitable and capable of portraying her properly. With that said, it made more sense to make this film now instead of waiting. I came to appreciate the timeliness after I seen it.
Aretha is hands down the biggest female legend in the entertainment industry past or present. What she accomplished in her career has always astounded me. I read her book and now that I have seen this movie, she is owed tremendous admiration and praise. No film could ever duplicate her but in all honesty, this is as good as it is ever going to get. It would be wise to ignore the naysayers and see it for yourself. Kudos to the entire cast, they all knocked it out of the park.
In the past I went to the theatre to see the Bruce Lee movie Dragon on two separate occasions, it was that good. I'm sure I did the same thing with another movie or two along the way. However, Respect holds the distinction of being watched three different times at the movie house. I was totally drawn to it. Make no mistake, this film is great!
Aretha is hands down the biggest female legend in the entertainment industry past or present. What she accomplished in her career has always astounded me. I read her book and now that I have seen this movie, she is owed tremendous admiration and praise. No film could ever duplicate her but in all honesty, this is as good as it is ever going to get. It would be wise to ignore the naysayers and see it for yourself. Kudos to the entire cast, they all knocked it out of the park.
In the past I went to the theatre to see the Bruce Lee movie Dragon on two separate occasions, it was that good. I'm sure I did the same thing with another movie or two along the way. However, Respect holds the distinction of being watched three different times at the movie house. I was totally drawn to it. Make no mistake, this film is great!