Alicia I love this movie so much

ChanBot i must have seen a different film!!

Gutsycurene Fanciful, disturbing, and wildly original, it announces the arrival of a fresh, bold voice in American cinema.

Sameer Callahan It really made me laugh, but for some moments I was tearing up because I could relate so much.

gradyharp Writer director Mike Binder has created one of more sensitive films dealing with racial issues yet to be made. He has produced a story, directed it with such sensitivity with an outstanding cast that it absolutely serves not only every ward the film industry can give but also the recognition of everyone working for equal rights. The script is brilliant, rich in humor and pathos, and very, very intelligent.The synopsis is too brief but offers the flavor of the film: 'BLACK OR WHITE is the story of a grandfather Elliot (Kevin Costner) who when his wife Carol (Jennifer Ehle) is killed in an automobile accident is suddenly left to care for his beloved granddaughter Eloise (Jillian Estell) – a child born to their daughter impregnated at age 17 by an African American junkie Reggie (André Holland): the daughter dies in childbirth and who died in childbirth. When her paternal grandmother Rowena (Octavia Spencer) seeks custody with the help of her brother Jeremiah (Anthony Mackie), the little girl is torn between two families who love her deeply. With the best intentions at heart, both families fight for what they feel is right and are soon forced to confront their true feelings about race, forgiveness, and understanding. Anchored by an all-star cast and based on real events, the movie is a look at two seemingly different worlds, in which nothing is as simple as black or white.'In addition to the brilliant cast listed above there are cameos by some rather extraordinary actors – Paula Newsome (a gifted and rising star who plays the judge), Mpho Koaho who plays Eloise's tutor, and Joe Chrest – Elliot's attorney partner and best friend.The film belongs to Costner, Spencer and Estell – and it could not be in stronger hands. Highly Recommended.

joyce_yang Overall, I liked "Black or White." The title states clearly that there will be edgy questions about relations between Black and White people. The result does not disappoint--there is a good treatment of real issues without stereotyping. As much as I like the ideas the film presents, I think it could be improved in the storytelling.It would be even better if the character played by Andre Holland had been fleshed out more. He wasn't given as much attention as he should have gotten, and he is one of the most important characters to the story. Besides these points, the movie is thought-provoking and memorable.

chickenlittle-309-990263 I'm sorry people, but this movie is nothing more than a vehicle for Kevin Costner and Octavia whatever her name is to do some "acting". There is nothing real about this film, everyone is a caricature. The white people, the black people. You never feel for a second that either grand parent loves the girl.(who is also a caricature and is the wisest, most well spoken 9 year old I've ever seen, did I mention adorable?) The court room scenes are so hokey it's almost laughable. The no nonsense black judge, that does nothing but put up with nonsense in her courtroom. The crack head son in law, I mean c'mon, it's like they don't even try anymore. It was truly an uninspiring time waster.

capone666 Black or WhiteThe upside to a white couple raising a black daughter is her not becoming obsessed with going to the tanning salon everyday.The cultural perks aside, this drama focuses more on the disadvantages of a mixed-race family.When his wife dies, Elliot (Kevin Costner) is left to raise his deceased daughter's half-white, half- black child Eloise (Jillian Estell).To help him through this transition, he employs a tutor for his granddaughter and alcohol for his grief.But when the mother (Octavia Spencer) of Eloise's real dad calls Elliot's effectiveness as a father into question due to his race, he must fight for custody in court.While there is validity to the concerns raised by the story, the over-sentimentality and weak performances undermine the importance of the subject matter.Besides, when a black family and white family can't decide on who will raise a child, it naturally defaults to an Asian family. Red Lightvidiotreviews.blogspot.ca