Kings of the Evening (2007)

With all the movies coming out nowadays that are either all special effects and no story or comedies that offend more than they entertain "Kings of The Evening" is a refreshing piece on cinema that I hope gets a wider audience soon. The film takes place during the great depression and the cast is mostly an all black one but everyone will be able to relate to the story and characters. The film works on so many levels, first off like I stated before the story is one that everyone can relate to. Director and Co-Writer, Andrew P. Jones has taken a story that could of easily turned into a sad and depressing film but instead he created a film that also brings hope to it's characters and the audience as well. The cast was never short of perfect and to point out just one actor would be wrong because this was an ensemble cast and without all of them I doubt the film would be the same. The performances are brilliant by all including, Tyson Beckford, Lynn Whitfield, Reginald T. Dorsey, Linara Washington, Bruce McGill, Glynn Turman, James Russo and Steven Williams. This is one of those films that pulls at the heart strings and it never lets you go till the final frames fade into the credits. The film will be receiving a theatrical run soon thanks to Indican Pictures, I highly suggest you keep your eyes peeled and if possible make sure you get to see it. The story had me at times laughing and at other times sad but it also left me inspired and hopeful and feeling good. This is also a thought-provoking film that leaves you thinking long after it is over. It is not often that you get treated to a gem like this, a truly great film that entertains on the highest level. I have to congratulate all involved in the making of this film on doing such a fantastic job but I must thank them all too. A must-own film when it comes to DVD for anyone that loves cinema. Released by Indican Pictures ***** Out Of ***** http://www.videoviews.org -Patrick Ricketts