The Madame Baker
Added 8/20/2009
When one does a bio pic of a person one would think the essentials of said person's life would be included. Such is not the case. While Lynn Whitfield was absolutely marvelous in the title role the reality is Josephine was a Lesbian. And a homophobic one to boot. Certainly one would think that had to play a part in her life story somewhere? Her rumored affair with reknown Mexican painter Frida Kahlo was even hinted at in Selma Hayek's depiction. Again this is well worth watching...but as history...as with many bio pics it is best to read "the book" along with it.
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Excellent Movie! Great Life Story!
Added 3/15/2009
This movie is absolutely great. Josephine Baker was not only beautiful, she had a huge heart. There is noone like her. She was an activist and a great entertainer.
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The Josephine Baker Story
Added 3/13/2009
I love the performance of Lyyn Whitfield in this dvd... I think that the story surrounding all the adopted children could have been better brought out... but on the whole a very good story... a trus story... if you are to believe some... recommeded
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Goin' Bananas!!
Added 6/16/2008
Lynn Whitfield does an incredible portrayal of Josephine Baker. She carries the movie and truely becomes the character. I didn't even know who Josephine Baker was until seeing this, nor did I really care. I like films about interesting characters that face adversity, and a tragic ending, as sad as it is, makes for a good story. This film takes you on a journey through Josephine's life, and what makes it so special is the fantastic acting by Lynn Whitfield, and the singing and dancing numbers are incredible. I think she won an award for this movie if I'm not mistaken. What this world needs now is more Lynn Whitfield, where is she?
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Great story
Added 6/10/2008
An awesome movie even for younger people who didn't know Josefine Baker. I shows very well how she had to deal with the culture clash between Europe and the United States (some of which is still in place today).
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The Madame Baker
Added 8/20/2009
When one does a bio pic of a person one would think the essentials of said person's life would be included. Such is not the case. While Lynn Whitfield was absolutely marvelous in the title role the reality is Josephine was a Lesbian. And a homophobic one to boot. Certainly one would think that had to play a part in her life story somewhere? Her rumored affair with reknown Mexican painter Frida Kahlo was even hinted at in Selma Hayek's depiction. Again this is well worth watching...but as history...as with many bio pics it is best to read "the book" along with it.
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Excellent Movie! Great Life Story!
Added 3/15/2009
This movie is absolutely great. Josephine Baker was not only beautiful, she had a huge heart. There is noone like her. She was an activist and a great entertainer.
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The Josephine Baker Story
Added 3/13/2009
I love the performance of Lyyn Whitfield in this dvd... I think that the story surrounding all the adopted children could have been better brought out... but on the whole a very good story... a trus story... if you are to believe some... recommeded
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