For Colored Girls

For Colored Girls

2010 · 134 min · EN · R · 6.7 (87 votes)
Dir. Tyler Perry · Starring Kimberly Elise, Janet Jackson, Loretta Devine, Thandiwe Newton, Anika Noni Rose, Kerry Washington · Music Aaron Zigman

“Many voices. One poem.”

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A film about existence from the perspective of 20 nameless black females. Each of the women portray one of the characters represented in the collection of twenty poems, revealing different issues that impact women in general and women of color in particular.

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A powerful tapestry of Black womanhood, weaving together pain and resilience. It's a deeply emotional journey through shared experiences, offering both heartbreak and a profound sense of solidarity. A film that resonates long after the credits roll.

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