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  Written January 6, 2008

  Honeydripper Has Sweet Sound

  by swimerC

  Danny Glover and rest of cast bring subtle performances about lives that triumph over poverty and racism in 50s Alabama by way of music that was crucially changing from acoustic blues to electric rock. John Sayles has written a complex script about real people.

  • 14 out of 20 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 8, 2008

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  by 5683

  Great casting. Excellent Acting. A bit of a predictable ending, but the story is well worth it.

  • 12 out of 20 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written January 7, 2008

  Honeydripper

  by pjtmht

  John Sayles and Maggie Renzi ---- GENIUS!

  • 17 out of 31 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written January 6, 2008

  John Sayles at his best

  by goofy226

  I have been a longtime fan of the movies John Sayles has written and directed, my favorites being: "Matewan", "Eight Men Out", "The Secret Of Roan Inish", "Passion Fish" and "City of Hope". "LOne Star", LImbo" and "Sunshine State" were all remarkable in their own ways but "Casa De LOs Baby's" and "Silver State" didn't resonate with me, so it had been awhile since I got excited over one of his movies.
  "Honeydripper" like most of his best movies takes it's time to let you get the feel of the characters and their environment, slowly building relationships, conflicts and story until you gradually get totally involved and begin to care about what will happen. This movie delivers big time and the payoff had me clapping along with other moviegoers.
  All of Sayles movies have great performances and everyone here, along with the non-actor musicians, give memorable performances. Danny Glover has never been better but the short scenes with Keb Mo almost steal the show.

  • 18 out of 33 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written February 26, 2008

  Honeydripper

  by Joaquinmex

  Great movie all should see if they like music. Why is it not still in Theaters here in Nashville, TN. Newspaper had it listed at Green Hills Theater and when we called for show times they informed us it was not even playing there. Finally found it playing at the Hollywood 27 at hundred oaks mall. It is gone from theaters way to quick for many to see and enjoy it. When will it be out on video I will get it to add to movies for home.

  • 10 out of 18 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 20, 2008

  Musical Fable

  by cactusgirl024

  I would probably rate this movie wait for it to come out on video but Fandango doesn't have that as an option! It is a great movie I think to bring your children to and it clearly shows the struggle of the 1950's both racially and economically. You will probably like this movie if you are a music fan it has an amazing sound track. The characters were well acted but did I really care about them; just so so. The story line does build some thinking something just might not work out right but I won't be a spoiler.

  • 7 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 6, 2008

  Honeydripper

  by movie_a go go

  First rate film. John Sayles has a gift for making characters come to life. Danny Glover was first-rate. Dutton and Hamilton were terrific in supporting roles. Go see it.

  • 5 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 6, 2008

  Music, heart and soul

  by no_face

  Larger than life characters, tuneful riffs. A dramatic journey to 1950's Alabama by master storyteller John Sayles. Sit back and enjoy as the scene is deliciously set for the genesis of rock 'n' roll.

  • 9 out of 17 found this review helpful.
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• I'll Pass
  Written May 29, 2008

  by huskerman1984

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  Written October 23, 2008

  by marie_hatzioa

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  Written April 27, 2008

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  Written January 6, 2008

  Support Independent filmmaking and distribution and see a great movie

  by ruthdberkowitz

  The leads are fantastic- Charles S. Dutton, Lisa Gay Hamilton, and Danny Glover.
  Sayles creates a many-faceted glimpse into the world of African-American music in the Jim Crow South and the economic, spiritual, and social landscape behind it.
  
  There are a few weak links in the cast and Sayles definitely takes his time. He succeeds in portaying true redemption, and the celebration of music and life.

  • 3 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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• I'll Pass
  Written August 1, 2008

  by KarenandJackFan

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  Written July 3, 2008

  by JK Critics

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• I'll Pass
  Written June 14, 2008

  by Triton777

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