Parts of this film were really great while others fell short and just seemed trite.
Michael Block (Lakeith Stanfield) stumbles across a photograph taken by well-known African American photographer Christina Eames (Chante Adams) while reporting on working for the oil companies in Louisiana.
Needless to say, while investigating this photographer, Michael meets and falls in love with her daughter, Mae (Issa Rae), but both of them have baggage. And Mae is still struggling after her mother's sudden death.
Despite the typical romance cliches filled throughout this film, the flashback seems (which cover probably about a third of the film) are incredibly interesting as we follow Christina and the love of her life Isaac (Y'lan Noel), whom she leaves to pursue her dream and he doesn't follow her and lives to regret it.
That being said, the acting is spot on, with a brilliant score and great scenic design and it is about time that African American actors get there due. In fact, its far overdue. I just wish this film managed to break new ground in the incredibly tired genre. Grade: B
Side Notes:
-For the love of God, condoms. They were invented for a reason and should have been used.
-Isaac, you should have asked if the little girl was yours.
-Rob Morgan, Chelsea Peretti, Lil Rel Howery, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Kelvin Harrison, Jr and Teyonah Parris provide excellent support in the minor roles.
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