I liked it. It will be on again sometime this week in case you missed it. It struck me especially after reading Blind Ambitions by Lolita Files that it is tough to work in Hollywood and stay true not only to yourself but your race and integrity. I had a discussion with one of my students who called Nicole Ari PArker's character a sell out. I disagreed with her because I think she was trapped with being a success and doing the right thing. It is hard to do both. I felt for James' character. Success went to his head and without a mentor to keep him balanced and to help him deal with the trappings of success plus his own struggles with manic depression, he did not handle his child's mother and child's death.
I read on BP that this was supposed to parallel or show the downfall of Good Times. When i find the article I will post it here.
I definitely liked the movie. It was thought provoking and provided an honest glimpse into Hollywood as a Black writer, director, etc.
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