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Poetic Justice [1995]


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Director John Singleton (Boyz N the Hood, Rosewood) made an earnest effort in this, his second film, to say a great deal that is true and relevant about living and loving in a violent, difficult time in American history. Janet Jackson plays a beautician and poet who withdraws into herself after her boyfriend is murdered by gangsters. The late Tupac Shakur plays a postman who tries to get through to her, and the two travel on a course through urban America, connecting with family and community. Singleton has so much on his mind that the film comes out a terrible muddle, but there is a certain integrity peeking through the fog. Shakur makes a startlingly good impression in his film debut, and Jackson strips away her star veneer to play something like a real person--and entirely succeeds. Maya Angelou wrote the poems that pass as those penned by Jackson's character, and she also appears in the film. --Tom Keogh


Poetry in motion
Review date: 2007-05-28 Rating: 10 out of 10

This original romantic comedy set in Los Angeles, starring Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur is outstanding to say the least. In the film Janet Jackson gets back to basics in order to play the role of Justice amazingly well. The film is visually good and the storline is not bad either. This is a refreshing break to all the gang violent films of the same era such as boyz in the hood and menace to society, as it looks takes a look at Los Angeles with a differing viewpoint. The film is intellegent and inspiring in so many ways.

I enjoyed this film from start to finish, as it is well written, has a great storyline and is outstanding in so many ways. It is a must for any DVD collection.

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Great film
Review date: 2005-03-21 Rating: 10 out of 10

I like this filim alot it has a great storyline and it starrs two of the best actors Janet Jackson and Tupac. You can see that there is a chemistry between them on screen. Janet plays a character called Justice and after her boyfriens is killed goes on a road trip with her friends and on this road trip she discovers what great friends she has. The film has alot of bad language in is so if you are offended then dont buy it. But I would recommend it to anyone who likes a good storyline in a film its well worth a look.

Great film!!!
Review date: 2005-02-20 Rating: 8 out of 10

I last saw this film a week ago, and it is still as great as it was when it came out. Im a huge fan of tupac so i would have enjoyed this anyway but i would still have loved this film as much as i do if i did not like tupac. Excellent film!!

one of the best
Review date: 2004-10-30 Rating: 10 out of 10

I dont know why everyone thinks this film is so bad, you get to see a more sensitive side to tupac which is rare. As a big tupac fan i love everything he does but even if you are not a fan you SHOULD see this!!!!!!!! The film has a good story line and for once tupac isnt the bad guy. He works well with janet and they have good chemistry. All i can say is BUY IT!!!!

First impressons.
Review date: 2004-01-03 Rating: 6 out of 10

Janet Jackson, Tupac or both? Thats why your looking at this film. And it is actually a very good film as both can act. This film is a cross between road trip and the odd couple. If that has put u off u probably wont buy this but for those still thinking, its funny and yes as with all films with a male and female actor there is romance. I dont really know what to say to describe it any more except that it is an enjoyable film and well worht adding to your collection. I would recommend it as its a film for pretty much any one, no matter what genre tickles your fancy.

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Actor(s):
Joe Torry
Regina King
Tyra Ferrell
Tupac Shakur
Janet Jackson

Creators:
Janet Jackson (Primary Contributor)
Tupac Shakur (Primary Contributor)
Peter Lyons Collister (Cinematographer)
John Singleton (Producer)
John Singleton (Writer)
Bruce Cannon (Editor)
Dwight Alonzo Williams (Producer)
Steve Nicolaides (Producer)

Director(s):

Recording label: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Manufacturer: Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
EAN: 5035822966635
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 1
Format: Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen,
Release date: 2003-03-10
Number of discs: 1
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Audience rating: Suitable for 15 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 105 minutes
Theatrical release date: 1993-07-23
Language: English (Original Language)
Language: French (Dubbed)
Language: German (Dubbed)

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