Miss Juneteenth

I saw a lot of myself and my family in this movie which I appreciated the representation of. All the worry about money and Nichole Beharie having to jump through hoops and play the game to get her daughter ahead in life is what being a Black parent is all about, truly a excellent performance. Kai, her daughter, is extremely adorable and we can sense her inner dreamer ready to burst out when given the water and sunlight needed to flourish. She represents all of us children of immigrants or multiple generation African Americans who are finding their place in a world that has yet to make the space for them. Having to worry about getting full ride scholarships and juggling her love and inner truths is weighty stuff and she handles it all with grace and heart. So deserved of the Gotham award hopefully this awesome indie movie and Nikki get their dues down the like as well <3

Well, the ratings here ain't that bad buti have to say this is a must watch for Hollywood movies lover. I love the scene where she had to stand her ground for not starting a relationship with the funeral dude. Also felt so weak when her daughter didn't win the pageant. It's a must watch for Hollywood movie lovers. Yes I said it.

This is my first review here, and I'm primarily writing because the current rating seems so off to me! I found the story and characters very compelling, and found myself wanting to know more about what happens next after the film ended. The cinematography was beautiful, especially the juxtaposition between pageant pomp and poshness vs small town Texas scenes. The sense of community was portrayed with tenderness and clarity without being too forced or obvious. It's refreshing to see full and flawed characters - but who we still cheer for and want to see succeed. Definitely recommend this film.

I didn't like how Kai was in general. The atypical ignorant, disrespectful, ungrateful and rude child at 14 oh sorry 15 that thought she was an adult. I guess that's justified in ways in 2020 that children aren't put in there place but parents treating children as their equal when discipline is needed the most. Other than that it was a good movie IF you can get past Kai and want a movie that you see everything coming. Plus when she takes absolutely nothing serious including self respect and care 😞 Sorry!

A beautifully subtle and important film. Nicole Beharie is as good as it gets, a great actress that deserves more respect for her art. Especially here. See this film. It's great stories like these that inspire and educate, simply by showing, not telling. A layered and emotionally rich portrait that everyone needs to see asap - and further supports that Juneteenth needs to be made an official national holiday already.

I wanted tis to be good. It isn't. The acting is not good by any stretch. The characters are just not there. I felt no connection between anyone. The grandmother could have been a stranger for how much of connection there was between her and her family. The dad seems like a one night stand she chatted with. Again, no connection. I had to throw in towel at 45 min.