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Buzz Feed
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Tyler Perry's "Straw" On Netflix Deserves The Top Spot
The Internet is buzzing over Tyler Perry's Straw. Don't worry, I won't spoil it, but I will say this, in my opinion, it's the best Tyler Perry movie ever. Before this weekend, Temptation was holding that #1 spot in my book, but without saying too much, Taraji P. Henson, Teyana Taylor, and Sherri Shepherd have completely blown me away with their performances in Straw. So I started thinking about allllll of Tyler Perry's work from I Can Do Bad All by Myself (the play) to The Six Triple Eight, and I've decided to pit them against each other, and maaaaan, it's hard to choose when you've got an ensemble cast like For Colored Girls, and Why Did I Get Married?, aaaaand The Family That Preys. It's a tough decision, but I've rounded up every single Tyler Perry TV show, movie, and play, and I'm wondering what your favorite is. A word of advice: FOLLOW YOUR HEART! Whew, that was hard, right? Drop a comment and tell me your top two choices! Sign up for a BuzzFeed Community account to make your own Showdown now!
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix adds Tyler Perry's new movie — and it has vibes of a brilliant Denzel Washington thriller
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Since partnering up with Netflix, mega producer/writer/director/actor Tyler Perry has really been cranking out the hits for his fanbase, which includes the recent Beauty in Black, She the People and The Six Triple Eight. Joining the ranks as of today, June 6, is the new heart-wrenching drama, Straw. And judging by the movie's premise, this is a movie I have to add to my must-watch list, as it sounds similar to one of my favorite Denzel Washington movies. Straw sees Perry team up with another member of Hollywood royalty, Taraji P. Henson, making this the fourth time the duo has partnered up on the big screen, following I Can Do Bad All By Myself, The Family that Preys and Acrimony. In the movie (a story written and directed by Perry), Henson plays Janiyah, a struggling single mother who's at her wits' end trying to care for her child. Netflix teases: "A single mother's world unravels in chaos as her day goes from bad to worse to catastrophic as she struggles to care for her ill daughter. Pushed to the brink by a world that seems indifferent to her existence, she's forced to confront impossible choices in a society that offers her no safety net." Now, in terms of the Denzel Washington factor in my excitement for Straw, the Tyler Perry film's premise and trailer remind me of Washington's John Q (2002). In John Q, Washington plays a desperate father who, after being told his son couldn't get a much-needed heart transplant because his family couldn't afford it, walks into a hospital with a gun, demanding doctors and nurses save his son's life. From beginning to end, the movie is a tearjerker, but it's incredibly riveting to see the lengths a parent will go to in order to save their child. If you want to watch John Q. before or after Straw, it's now streaming on Prime Video. Beyond the premise, I'm also excited to watch the performances from some talented stars, in addition to Henson. It should prove rather interesting to see Glynn Turman and Sinbad reunite on screen since their days starring together on A Different World. Turman in particular, has proven to be a solid dramatic actor in recent years, appearing in things like Rustin, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom and Queen Sugar. I'm also excited to see Teyana Taylor, as her rise in Hollywood continues, recently being spotted in A Thousand and One and The Book of Clarence. Again, Straw is now streaming on Netflix in the US and UK. If you're interested in watching, you'll need a subscription to the streaming service.
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shadow Force Movie Review: A bland action thriller that fizzles despite a promising set up
Story: Kyrah and Issac, former elite operatives turned lovers, go on the run with their son after their old team puts a bounty on their heads. Hunted by their ex-boss Jack Cinder, they must fight to protect their family and confront their past. Review: 'Shadow Force' is a film that feels all too familiar, offering little new within its overdone premise. It's a standard action thriller that doesn't bother to break any molds. The plot takes too many liberties, never properly explaining key elements, and leaves the audience to fill in the gaps. While the action sequences may keep you engaged momentarily, the film quickly loses its grip, leaving you indifferent to what's happening on screen. Despite the high stakes and potential for a gripping story, the lack of depth makes it a forgettable experience. The plot centers on Kyrah Owens (Kerry Washington) and Issac Saar (Omar Sy), two former elite operatives who worked for a covert unit called Shadow Force. When they fall in love and have a child, they decide to leave their violent world behind to protect their son. However, their past catches up with them when Isaac's identity is revealed while saving their son during a bank robbery. Once their former boss, Jack Cinder (Mark Strong), discovers they are alive, he places a bounty on their heads and sends a team of skilled assassins to kill them. The couple, forced to go on the run, must rely on their instincts and combat skills to survive. From Mexico to Spain to Bolivia, the action-packed journey unfolds with high-speed chases and near-death encounters. The film suffers from a lack of clarity, particularly when it comes to its central premise. The audience is never truly given an understanding of what Shadow Force is or what Kyrah and Isaac have been doing before the events of the film. If their crime is simply falling in love and wanting to raise a family, it feels like a flimsy excuse for a plot. While the action sequences are thrilling, the narrative leaves much to be desired. The few moments of warmth, especially between Kyrah, Issac, and their son Ky, bring a brief sense of emotional connection. Issac's use of French adds an interesting layer to his character, giving a natural, authentic feel to the portrayal, but these moments are overshadowed by a confusing and shallow storyline. Kerry Washington's performance is a major letdown, especially when compared to her past work. Her portrayal feels uninspired and flat, lacking the depth and intensity needed for such a high-stakes role. It's hard to believe this is the same actress who delivered a brilliant performance in her previous film 'The Six Triple Eight.' Mark Strong, on the other hand, brings a sense of menace and gravitas to the character of Jack Cinder, proving to be a strong presence in his role as the antagonist. But it's Omar Sy who stands out in this film. Despite being French, Sy is perfectly at ease in an English-language film, delivering a performance that balances both toughness and warmth effortlessly. His character feels real, and his natural charisma elevates the film, making him the one redeeming aspect. 'Shadow Force' never fully capitalizes on the potential its premise offers. It stays on the surface level, failing to dive deeper into its characters or plot. While it delivers on action, it never goes the extra mile, and in the end, it remains a forgettable, average film.
Mint
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
World's richest actor hasn't act in films since 2022, still outranks Tom Cruise, Dwayne Johnson, Shah Rukh Khan
The world's richest actor hasn't faced the camera for last three years, but his fortune continues to soar. In fact, he is not as popular as Tom Cruise, Jerry Seinfeld, Dwayne Johnson or Shah Rukh Khan. Earlier, Forbes dropped its list of billionaires in the world for 2025 and revealed the realist actor in the world. According to Forbes, Tyler Perry is the world's richest actor in 2025. The actor, filmmaker has a net worth of $1.4 billion at 55 as per Forbes. With the massive net worth, he outranks other popular actors including Jerry Seinfeld ($1.1 billion), Tom Cruise ($800 million), Shah Rukh Khan ($770 million), and Dwayne Johnson ($700 million). Tyler Perry has written, produced and acted in several films, shows and plays. However, his most successful franchise is the Madea franchise. While he is not best known for any global hit, the series grossed over $660 million worldwide. As per Forbes, 'Perry's wealth comes both from his cut as a producer and from a library dating back to the early 1990s: he owns 100% of the content he's created. In 2019, he opened Tyler Perry Studios, a 330-acre property in Atlanta with 12 sound stages and custom sets that include a to-scale White House.' Beyond this, Tyler Perry also ventured into smart business investments that added significant weight to his financial empire. The magazine also mentioned, 'After seven years creating content for Oprah Winfrey's OWN, Perry struck a similar deal with Viacom in 2019, getting 25% of streaming service BET+.' Perry took the joint 2356th spot in the Forbes list of billionaires, which featured 3000 billionaires across the globe. Tyler Perry was last seen as an actor in the 2002 film A Madea Homecoming, based around the titular character. He also served as the writer, director and executive producer of the show. Since then, he has not acted in films, though he continued to back them as a filmmaker. Among them were A Jazzman's Blues, Mea Culpa, Divorce in the Black and The Six Triple Eight. His recent work as a director, producer and writer was Amazon Prime Video's Duplicity. Tyler will be next seen reprising his iconic role in the upcoming Madea's Destination Wedding. He will also be working on Joy Ridge as the writer, director and producer at the same time.
Boston Globe
29-04-2025
- General
- Boston Globe
Black female WWII unit, ‘Six Triple Eight,' to receive congressional honor
At a ceremony scheduled to be held in Emancipation Hall at the Capitol Visitor Center, House Speaker Mike Johnson and others will present the medal to the family of the unit commander, Lt. Col. Charity Adams Earley. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Kim Guise, senior curator and director of curatorial affairs at the National WWII Museum, said there are only two women living from the 855 who served in the unit. Advertisement 'That really shows how long this recognition took,' Guise said. 'It is really important to recognize the accomplishments of these women and what they went through to serve their country in war time.' Wisconsin Rep. Gwen Moore, who co-sponsored legislation to award the medal to the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, called it a long overdue honor for the women in the unit. 'These heroes deserve their dues; and I am so glad their story is being told,' Moore, a Democrat, told The Associated Press on Monday. 'I am especially honored to ensure my constituent Ms. Anna Mae Robertson and the many others who served with her, are recognized for their selfless service.' Advertisement In 2022, Congress voted 422-0 to bestow its highest honor on the 6888th. 'It's overwhelming,' retired Maj. Fannie Griffin McClendon, who lives in Arizona, told the AP after the vote. 'It's something I never even thought about it.' McClendon joined the Air Force after the military was integrated and retired in 1971. She was the first female to command an all-male squadron with the Strategic Air Command. The 6888th was sent overseas in 1945, a time when there was growing pressure from African-American organizations to include Black women in what was called the Women's Army Corps, and allow them to join their white counterparts overseas. 'They kept hollering about wanting us to go overseas so I guess they found something for us to do overseas: Take care of the mail,' McClendon said. 'And there was an awful lot of mail. ... They expected we were gonna be there about two or three months trying to get it straightened out. Well I think in about a month, in a month and a half, we had it all straightened out and going in the right direction.' The 6888th toiled around the clock, processing about 65,000 pieces of mail in each of the three shifts. They created a system using locator cards with a service member's name and unit number to ensure mail was delivered. Over the years, the unit's story started to gain wider recognition. A monument was erected in 2018 at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, to honor them, and the 6888th was given the Meritorious Unit Commendation in 2019. A documentary 'The Six Triple Eight' was made about their exploits. In 2024, Tyler Perry directed a movie for Netflix about the unit, starring Kerry Washington. Advertisement Associated Press writer Michael Casey contributed to this report.
