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Imani

  • 2023
  • TV-MA
  • 1h 57m
IMDb RATING
3.9/10
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Kris D. Lofton, Elyse Mirto, Michael Monks, Stephen Bishop, Brittany S. Hall, and Demetrius Shipp Jr. in Imani (2023)
ActionThriller

Faith has it all as a mother and wife, but a year after what she believes was a car accident, Faith discovers that she is an Army special ops lieutenant with classified information.Faith has it all as a mother and wife, but a year after what she believes was a car accident, Faith discovers that she is an Army special ops lieutenant with classified information.Faith has it all as a mother and wife, but a year after what she believes was a car accident, Faith discovers that she is an Army special ops lieutenant with classified information.

  • Director
    • Mike Ho
  • Writers
    • Amaleka McCall
    • Tu-Shonda Whitaker
  • Stars
    • Brittany S. Hall
    • Demetrius Shipp Jr.
    • Kris D. Lofton
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    3.9/10
    434
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Mike Ho
    • Writers
      • Amaleka McCall
      • Tu-Shonda Whitaker
    • Stars
      • Brittany S. Hall
      • Demetrius Shipp Jr.
      • Kris D. Lofton
    • 12User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Brittany S. Hall
    Brittany S. Hall
    • Faith Newford
    Demetrius Shipp Jr.
    Demetrius Shipp Jr.
    • Bryce Newford
    Kris D. Lofton
    Kris D. Lofton
    • Raymond 'Supreme' Avant Jr
    Stephen Bishop
    Stephen Bishop
    • Sen Grant Powell
    Reginald VelJohnson
    Reginald VelJohnson
    • Otis Layne
    Elyse Mirto
    Elyse Mirto
    • Gen Michelle Dupree
    Corey Calliet
    Corey Calliet
    • Khalil dames…
    Michael Monks
    Michael Monks
    • Sec Arthur Bridges
    Sydney-Lake Bradley
    Sydney-Lake Bradley
    • Jada Newford
    Isaac Stephen Montgomery
    Isaac Stephen Montgomery
    • Jonathan Taylor
    Quami Adams
    • CIA Man
    Gunnar Anderson
    Gunnar Anderson
    • Officer Samuel Littson
    Rene Aranda
    Rene Aranda
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    • Dominique Martin
    Brittany B.
    • Karena Johnson
    Joy Benedict
    Joy Benedict
    • Lydia Jacobs - News Reporter
    Ohad Bitton
    Ohad Bitton
    • Afghan Soldier
    William DePaolo
    William DePaolo
    • Patrol Sergeant Anthony Russo
    • Director
      • Mike Ho
    • Writers
      • Amaleka McCall
      • Tu-Shonda Whitaker
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    6Abdulxoxo

    Imani misses the mark

    Imani presents an intriguing concept that initially piqued my interest. The idea behind the film has a lot of potential and could have made for a compelling story. I appreciated some of the performances, as they brought a certain level of authenticity to their roles and helped elevate parts of the narrative.

    However, the execution of the film leaves much to be desired. The story unfolds at a slow pace, which can make the viewing experience feel dragged out and tedious. Some of the acting, while earnest, doesn't quite hit the mark, leading to moments that feel less impactful than they should. The technical elements also fall short, with aspects like cinematography and sound design not living up to their potential, further diminishing the film's overall effectiveness.

    Additionally, the film struggles with cohesion, as the various elements don't always mesh well together. This lack of fluidity makes it harder to stay engaged and undermines the film's ability to make a lasting impression.

    Overall, while Imani has a promising concept and some commendable performances, it is ultimately let down by poor execution, uneven acting, and technical shortcomings. It feels like a missed opportunity to deliver a more cohesive and impactful story.
    4chrisdmann

    A Total waste of 2 hours

    With the storyline it should have been a very good movie. The fight scenes were okay but the acting was mediocre to poor to say the least and that is being kind. A very poorly constructed film and a waste of money. The lead actors were not too bad but the supporting actors, and I use the word actors loosely were pathetic. With decent writers this should have been a good, watchable movie instead of a dud, The author of the previous comment was clearly watching something different to me or was being paid to come up with a positive review? In actuality anybody that paid to see it should sue. Sadly it could have been so good instead of being a dead loss.
    10paig-33975

    Very interesting

    Very interesting and entertaining. Which there were a part 2. Said so much about how we abuse others less powerful than USA and corruption of politicians. Too many innocent people die to benefit a handful of corrupt, rich and powerful. This is not new it's the history of America. Nevertheless it was entertaining as well. I'm pretty good at figuring out who all the bad guys are, but there were some surprises. Would definitely see part 2 if ever there is one. Interesting ending. Not really sure who or why this was done, which is why a part 2 would be great. 34 characters to go! 12 more characters to go!
    5ashleysteele-89899

    Good Action / Thriller Movie

    Good Review: "Imani" was a blast! The plot had me hooked with all its twists and turns. Brittany S. Hall did a great job, and the action scenes were pretty cool. The story kept me interested, and the production quality was solid for a streaming movie. Definitely give it a watch if you like action-packed thrillers.

    Bad Review: The plot felt kind of forced and had too many holes. The acting was hit or miss, and some scenes were just awkward.

    The movie focuses more on the action and thriller aspects, with a strong emphasis on the protagonist's journey of self-discovery and uncovering a government conspiracy.
    10pmentdmv

    I loved it!

    After reading the other reviews, I wondered did they even see the same movie. I thought the movie was well done. If you had a problem following the storyline, that's a reflection on you. I personally enjoy movies with lots of twists and turns. Keeps me on my toes. The actors did a great job. Brittney Hall (Imani) was stellar and by far the best role I've seen her in. Demetrius Shipp Jr. Also did a good job. Im hoping there is a part 2 coming. It's rare to have an action movie with a majority black cast and with it being Black History Month, I was pleasantly surprised. Kudos and looking forward to the second installment of "Imani".

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    • Release date
      • January 6, 2023 (Brazil)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Santa Clarita, California, USA
    • Production company
      • Imani Media Group
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