How many of you got goosebumps watching the trailer for Miles
Ahead, co-written, directed and starring the oh-so talented Don Cheadle as the
iconic musician Miles Davis. You know when you put Cheadle in any role, you can
expect nothing less than excellence. I was looking forward to seeing Cheadle
back on the big screen and even more interested in see how he directed this
biographical drama of the late Miles Davis. I was expecting nothing but
greatness.
Applause to Cheadle who definitely did his
thing in front and behind the camera for this film. I don't think you could
have picked a better actor to portray Mr. Davis. Cheadle morphed into this
narcissistic musical genius. He had that raspy whisper of Davis's on lock...lol.
I think the film would have been much darker if it wasn’t centered around the
love story of Davis and his first wife Frances. I enjoyed the way the film was
directed, and most of the performances, especially Cheadle and McGregor. The
story seemed to fly a bit all over the place, but it had good movement, so that
really didn't bother me. All I know is I walked out of the theater googling
everything I could find on Davis. This film had me that interested in the
"crazy" artist. Wow...Miles Davis was not one to play with...lol
Ladies and gentleman trust and believe you
want to see this one. It wasn't perfect, but you definitely won't walk out of
the theater disappointed. With only limited releases, some of you will be lucky
to even get this in your area...B+
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