The Broken Rose

The actors throughout did amazing storytelling. Every single actor gave an authentic representation of their character. Nothing felt forced, everything flowed. At first I felt pacing was a bit slow, however I realize now it was a choice that was strategic to intensify the atmosphere of what was going on. Evan Joelle's acting is one of the best of this generation that I have seen by far and I know he will do great things!

...had me in the first ten seconds. If you know anything about or anyone who knows about foster care, being abandoned or being abused, this one hits home. It was well-written and suspenseful. I stayed up way past my bedtime trying to see the end but I could not take my eyes off of these characters. Great character development for Rose and her other friend but that ending... I can't spoil it for you but you won't be let down.

I am COMPLETELY moved by The Oakland Film Company's first feature film. This movie was AMAZING! This story depicts the true grit involved in sex-trafficking. So proud of what "The Broken Rose" has accomplished! Keep an eye out for this fantastic movie!

This movie had my emotions all over the place. First I'm excited that this was created by the black community and not only that it tells the hard truth of what black American women and men go through. It shows how black men end up in certain positions whether it's good or bad, and it shows the hard truth about the foster care system. The main thing it shows is the struggle and what it is for majority of black women in America. Are there hard scenes in the movie? Yes, but it shows real ness. It time to stop sugar coating things and bring the truth out. I mean 13 Reasons had some really hard scenes in it and this movie is not as hard as that lol. But it still gets the point across. However, the part that took me out and I think most people wouldn't see or choose not to see is the corruption in our police departments. So yes I'm happy that someone has finally spoken out about the truths behind this lifestyle. Thank you to those who produced this movie and to the actors that showed how it is in life. You guys did an amazing job and I pray this movie goes far.

This film is an amazing piece of art. It was masterfully made. The acting, the writing, the cinematography, the plot, the build up, the realness!!!!! OMG I can't say enough about this film. The actor Evan Joelle who plays Shaka will for sure be a huge star. He made me hate him and then feel for him and then hate him all at the same time. You will know exactly what I'm talking about when you watch this film!!! Whoever made this film, you deserve an Oscar!