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K.O.S. Determination: Response to judesview: "Video Girl"
Tumblr only lets you answer with what, 120 characters? That ain’t enough to make a point.
In regards to Meagan Good’s upcoming role in “Video Girl”:
Some of the best character portrayals are negative. If they were shining examples of our race, then it wouldn’t make for a very interesting story….
Really enjoyed this response right here!
I agree that all portrayals don’t need to be positive but it ESSENTIAL that they are accurate (negative or positive). The subject matter is so important here. I also think it is one that can cause a movie to go bad SO quickly. Like really quickly. The trailer and actress choice make me think they are going into that “really bad” place and unfortunately, that has clouded my judgment. I hope to get out of that funk before it’s too late but we shall see…
Again, thanks for the comment! Keep them coming.
Oh, btw. For me, the difference between Black movies and Black film is message and intent. Very subjective, I understand, but I’m choosing the make a distinction. It can be argued, on both sides, why I shouldn’t make the distinction but that’s my stance. I would say “Medicine for Melancholy”, “Precious”, “Boyz in the Hood” = Black film. “Juanna Man”, “Just Wright”, “The Best Man” = Black movies. Like I said, the line is thin and my judgment is subjective.
