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I'm not sure, but I think this movie will hit folks differently depending on how they identify with the main character, Lee Chandler. For me, as a Dad of little kids, I was absolutely crushed. I felt the pain, the dread, the self hate, and his detachment from reality. One careless mistake, and he lost his babies forever. I simply couldn't get over it. Days later, I replayed scenes from this movie. Casey did a wonderful job portraying the lead character. I was frustrated with him when I didn't understand why he was so detached. And when the source of his pain was revealed, I was angry with him that he didn't display more emotion . . . why didn't he ever mention their names? why didn't he cry when his brother died? why did that freaking camera not show the front of the three picture frames?!? But then I understood. Lee didn't have to emote or clutch the photos of his lost kids to his bosom. His hurt, pain, helplessness, loneliness, depression, and loss were written all over his face, affect, and mood. He was broken! He wasn't there anymore, not really anyway. Masterfully done, Casey. This one got to me. Cheers.

Actually wanted to give this movie a 3.5 star, but alas that option doesn't exist. This is a good movie but I think they wasted time at the start and in the middle. Some of that time should have been devoted to developing the complex relationship between Adonis and Dame. What bonded them as brothers? We really needed a few more scenes of them overcoming hardship/abuse together, having each other's back. They also needed a few scenes to show how Adonis' abandonment of Dame made him resentful, bitter, and vengeful. I understand the theme of Adonis being a family man and bonding with his deaf daughter. But the stronger theme for me was the bond between the two brothers. I feel the movie should have ended with Adonis and Dame exploring the hate/love they have for each other. i.e., Dame yelling with blood and tears dripping: "You abandoned me, brother"... and the both of them reconciling as brothers. That would have been powerful. Michael B Jordan is good, but Jonathan Majors is freaking fantastic! He is such a powerful, emotional, and intelligent actor. He made the movie work for me. Once he came on the screen in the hoodie . . . it was on. He gave the movie pace, purpose, and intensity.

Not sure why I'm just watching this movie even though Mo'Nique won an oscar for her performance. Having watched it, I can truly say Mo'Nique was fantastic! She embodied the character completely - a mentally fragile and self-centered pathetic figure. "I hurt therefore I hurt others, even my own daughter." I think this is one of the best performances by a comedian (other than Fox in Ray Charles) I've seen. Very talented. Hey, Hollywood, we need more (not less) of Ms. Mo'Nique!!!

Fun movie. 9JA fun. Colorful Yoruba and Ibo folks. Love it.

Fun to watch. Elvina was great. I belly laughed a few times. Nigerians are just too funny. And if you understand broken, you will laugh well well. Lol.

I really enjoyed this movie. Yes, they probably should have edited some scenes. Yes, some acting was a bit overdone. But, as a whole, I think this is the best Nigerian movie I've ever seen. My favorite part was the beginning sequence. The birds-eye view of the car driving through the forest and the little girl's beautiful voice foreshadowing impending doom. I've never seen that in a 9JA flick. The scene in the bedroom with Nnamdi and Kelly was my second favorite. Great acting by Kelly (she really got to me) and Nnamdi. My hats off, Mr. Nouah. Brilliant!