Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom review: Viola Davis-starrer hits all the right notes
Chadwick Boseman is as eloquent in this role of the thin upstart as he was in the latent power of his Black Panther -- both characters unable to shake off their pasts. Levee's ambition makes you feel for him, and be as scared for him.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Updated: December 18, 2020 9:02:56 pm
Ma Rainey's Black Bottom is streaming on Netflix. (Photo: Netflix)
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom movie cast: Viola Davis, Chadwick Boseman, Colman Domingo, Glynn Turman, Michael Potts, Taylour Paige
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom movie director: George C Wolfe