Read my spoiler free movie review of If Beale Street Could Talk (2018

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If Beale Street Could Talk is the latest from Moonlight 2016 director Barry Jenkins, and the story of a Harlem-based woman desperately scrambling to prove her fiancé innocent of a crime, while carrying their first child.

Based on the book of the same name by American novelist and social critic James Baldwin, If Beale Street Could Talk stars Stephan James, Regina King, KiKi Layne, Pedro Pascal and Ed Skrein.

I didn’t fully understand the significance of the title of this movie until I read the synopsis. I doubt there could have been a more perfect title.

As for the story, it would be great for it to end well, but considering the period in American history that it’s set, the chances aren’t great. Nevertheless, how beautiful is it that this trailer was released on Baldwin’s birthday, August 2nd.

Dave Franco, Colman Domingo, Teyonah Parris and Aunjanue Ellis also star.

If Beale Street Could Talk Release Dates: November 30th, 2018 (US); January 18th, 2019 (UK)…

Happy Film Loving,

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