Sunday, January 8, 2017

Hidden Figures (2017)

A trio of highly gifted woman put themselves out to put their skills to the test at (NASA). An even bigger shock to the male characters in the film is that the trio is {black}. It's as if a man had never seen another human being before. Despite the gawking, it's the 1950's leading through the 60's. During the most pivotal and heart wrenching periods of [American] history.

The film offers a sense of courage, determination, with that "if you work hard to get something" mantra. I for one am not a gifted genius in Math or Science, but this fact based story compelled me. You don't even have to be a whiz in those subjects to enjoy this movie. You may even be a moviegoer that likes a true-story movie too.

{Noting here,} the dynamic and chemistry of the films leading ladies- Octavia Spencer, Empire's Taraji P. Henson and Janelle Monae, is beautiful. Comical, witty, and all-the-while lighthearted.

Holding the weight on its feet. Kirsten Dunst and Kevin Costner perform with charming enthusiasm. Even though every time Costner is on the scene, he is always chewing gum. Even though that got annoying and tedious through the entirety of the film, it's the least of viewers concern.

Pharrell Williams gets audiences groovin' with his motown tunes. Most fitting for this film and its time period.

Ted Melfi director, entertains audiences through and through. All-the-while, color and persistence of the films detail puts one awestruck

(Hidden Figures)  isn't only a pioneer for women of color, it is a pioneer for all women. With an imbuing message(s) of leadership, courage, and the famous Nike phrase "Just do it!". Anyone regardless of gender, skin color, or anything of that matter, will be inspired by this film.


Rate: B

Starring: Taraji P. Henson, Janelle Monae, Kevin Costner, Octavia Spencer, Kirsten Dunst, Jim Parsons

Director: Ted Melfi

Rutime: 2 hours and 7 minutes

MPAA Rating: PG-(Thematic elements and some language)

*Now Playing in theaters nationwide*