The Help

[bicrim]

Run, do not walk, to see this movie. Not only will it make you cry, laugh, and be furious all at once, it will remind you of where we come from as a nation. It passes the Bechdel test with flying colors, and I don't think I've seen something since Whip It that did that. Awesome movie.

Comments

[geminigirl]

How does it compare to the book?

[bicrim.livejournal.com]

I am a person who always prefers the book, and I honestly think I liked this movie better. The casting was perfect.

[owlsarentaholes.livejournal.com]

I liked the book better BUT the movie was excellent and did an excellent job as far as casting and storyline were concerned.

They left some things out and changed a few things up out of necessity/length, but the whole thing was incredibly well done. The only reason I'd say I preferred the book is because of a few things they left out that I really liked in the book.

[thesynergizer.livejournal.com]

it passes the what test? i loved the book ... i heard their was some controversy surrounding the movie, i am glad to see someone i know recommending it

[altarflame.livejournal.com]

I recently read and liked this book and was wondering how the movie would be - I didn't really enjoy the trailer, so I'm glad to see your review :) Also, I made a whole ranty entry on lj and a separate one on tumblr awhile back about the bechdel test and how I loathe that movies are all and only about men, so yay.

[jesrox.livejournal.com]

I loved the book so will make sure to catch it!