In what would have been an increasingly difficult period, Bayard Rustin battles the dramas of a racist and homophobic 1960's America to orchestrate one of the most memorable moments in history. The Obama's production company gives a more than competent film that will certainly be in the talk come award season. Totally engaging and reads very well on screen.
It does however come down to the incredible performance of the lead role by Colman Domingo. Undeniably gives his character warmth and empathy, and will no doubt be in the mix for an Oscar. Supporting roles can also be mentioned especially Aml Ameen as MLK Jnr. The connection on screen can only pay homage to the real connection to not just one but now TWO important people in civil rights history. It's not great film, but it is rewarding.
It does however come down to the incredible performance of the lead role by Colman Domingo. Undeniably gives his character warmth and empathy, and will no doubt be in the mix for an Oscar. Supporting roles can also be mentioned especially Aml Ameen as MLK Jnr. The connection on screen can only pay homage to the real connection to not just one but now TWO important people in civil rights history. It's not great film, but it is rewarding.