Things Never Said

This movie was soooooo good it's not even funny. Without spoiling anything, I will say they dare to rip the band-aid off of uncomfortable truths that have been implicated/intimated in the majority of storytelling in films of the past. You get that here and there, but to have the band-aids off of so many layers of systematic problems throughout the entire film- from beginning to end surprisingly- was so different and refreshing. Heck, I didn't know that my spirit sort of needed it. To have these issues, these complications, these lows but also the highs portrayed so well by such strong actors made it so easy to get lost in the story and connecting on some level to each character-- even the really bad one. ;-) The production, in its rawness, was spectacular. The editing was purposeful. Very well done.

My goodness. This movie left me breathless and wanting absolutely nothing for I was truly full. A MUST GO SEE! The main criticism that I have for it is that it's not in more theaters. This is a movie that should be shared with a much broader audience. I hope it's picked up and put in more theaters so I can talk about it with more friends and family across the country! lol This could be a hit for sure!

Very rarely do I encounter great movies like this. The actors did a great job embodying their characters. Probs to Shanola Hampton and Omari Hardwick for not acting but just being; they immersed themselves so well into their characters, it was almost like they weren't even trying which made it so relatable. I could easily relate it with my life, I felt their struggle and identified with their pain.

Now, I'm not a poet or know much poetry but I enjoyed every aspect of this movie. I give it a 10/10..

Great movie. Most obviously compared to "Love Jones" (a classic in its own right), but so much deeper. Yes, there is love. Yes, there is poetry. But there is so much more.

I read another review of this movie and agree wholeheartedly. I too am dealing/have dealt with issues that are at the core of this movie. This movie has helped me get a sense of understanding about myself and past relationships. This movie is therapeutic.

Why have I not heard of this movie before? Why does one have to stumble across such a great work of art? I'm asking myself - am I over-rating this movie? I think not.

I was just scrolling through the Pluto app, when I came across this beautifully written movie. Ambivalent at first, but being a poet myself, I felt compelled to watch. Was never quite into slam poetry, spoken word, but when you hear, see and feel it, it pulls you in like a slow wind. This movie is right up there with Love Jones, which is one of my all time favorites. When Curtis (Omari) spoke, you listened. Watching two people fall in love (even if it is just a movie) gives me hope there's someone out there who will truly get me.

I'm surprised no one told me about this movie. It is very well written and acted. Takes a deeper look at the stereotypes usually found in this type of movie. Not predictable just good.