American VioletOverview and Synopsis

  • American Violet
  • Opened April 17, 2009 | Runtime:1 hr. 42 min.
  • PG-13
    drug references, violence, thematic material and language
  • Based on true events in the midst of the 2000 election, American Violet tells the astonishing story of Dee Roberts, a 24 year-old African American single mother of four young girls living in a small Texas town who is barely making ends Read More
  • Cast: Nicole Beharie, Tim Blake Nelson, Will Patton, Michael O'Keefe, Xzibit
  • Director: Tim Disney
  • Genres: Docudrama, Courtroom Drama, Drama

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  • Will Patton and Nicole Beharie in "American Violet."
  • Alfre Woodard and Nicole Beharie in "American Violet."
  • Alfre Woodard and Nicole Beharie in "American Violet."

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  • Outstanding Movie
    by BrandyBreeze

    The acting by all in this movie was superb! And very well written. It definitely let's one who is not aware realize that racism and corruption is still very much alive in the united states. Adults...Read More

  • American Violet
    by emmac

    We thought that it was great especially since it was a true story. My family and I attended on Mother's Day and we all agreed that it was a good movie. We enjoyed it....Read More

  • Great Film
    by Ira_B_Paradigm

    I approve of this movie has more action than wolverine and more plot than 12 rounds, just kidding but overall i thoroughly enjoyed this film....Read More

  • Amercan Violet
    by ATXGIRL78702

    This movie really makes you realize how racism is still alive in this decade...Read More

American Violet Critic Reviews

  • "The narrative is infused with chilling facts, and the filmmakers know how to build their case, but a drama demands more. We should have been immersed in Dee's wrenching journey, not just sitting it out on the sidelines." Los Angeles Times

    - Betsy Sharkey

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