Just in time for Black History Month, George Lucas of Star Wars fame is bringing out a movie, Red Tails, based on the Tuskegee Airmen. If I remembered correctly but wasn't there a tv movie based on the the Tuskegee Airmen? I love war films such as the Dirty Dozen, Saving Private Ryan and Apocalypse Now so it's great to see a war movie on the big screen with a large black cast. It's also great for the younger generation especially black youths to learn about their past. What's surprising that it took a long time for the movie to be made with George Lucas at the helm. We all know that black movies don't make it pass Hollywood unless it's for black audiences. It's really shocking that Lucas' movie almost didn't make it. That goes to show how narrow minded Hollywood is no matter how liberal it can be. I just have a few complaints though. Why are Cuba Gooding jr. and Terrence Howard the lead actors? I'm not really a big fan especially Howard and Cuba already acted in a similar movie if I'm not mistaken. Maybe an actor such as Denzel Washington (okay I love him don't judge me) or even an unknown actor can bring this movie to life. Also there was an issue with a white woman in the picture. Apparently there was some sort of interracial relationship going on which is fine but I'd like to see more black couples for a change especially during World War II. Then again I haven't seen the movie yet so I can't make any judgements. Also Method Man is in the movie! All the good reason to go see it. Well the movie comes out January 20th so definitely go check it out and plus like I said before it's a great learning experience for everyone.
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