Judas and the Black Messiah (2021) | Movie

Judas and the Black Messiah movie

🎬 Title: Judas and the Black Messiah

Killing a revolutionary may end a life, but it won’t extinguish the revolution.

Story: Bill O’Neal is tasked by FBI Agent Mitchell and J. Edgar Hoover to infiltrate the Black Panthers. As Fred Hampton, the Chairman of the Panthers, rises in prominence—along with a budding romance with a fellow revolutionary—O’Neal faces an internal conflict about his loyalty and identity.

⭐ Rating: 7.3 (1,636 votes)

📅 Release Date: February 12, 2021

⏱️ Runtime: 2 hours 6 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama, History

🎬 Director: Shaka King

✍️ Writers: Will Berson, Shaka King, Kenneth Lucas, Keith Lucas

🌍 Countries of Production: Canada, United States

🏢 Production Companies: MACRO, Bron Studios, Participant, Proximity Media

💼 Production Overview:
💰 Budget: $26 million | 📈 Revenue: $6,416,063

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👥 Cast: Daniel Kaluuya (Fred Hampton), LaKeith Stanfield (Bill O’Neal), Jesse Plemons (Roy Mitchell), Dominique Fishback (Deborah Johnson), Ashton Sanders (Jimmy Palmer), Algee Smith (Jake Winters), Darrell Britt-Gibson (Bobby Rush), Lil Rel Howery (Wayne), Dominique Thorne (Judy Harmon), Martin Sheen (J. Edgar Hoover)

Editor’s Note: “Judas and the Black Messiah” (2021) strikes a confident chord as it merges drama and history, prioritizing atmosphere over visual spectacle. Directed by Shaka King, the film maintains a consistent pace while effectively depicting its setting. The cast delivers powerful performances, with standout roles from Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield, and Jesse Plemons, adding depth to the narrative. At 2 hours and 6 minutes, the film progresses thoughtfully, avoiding any awkward pauses. While it isn’t without its flaws, its positive aspects far outweigh the shortcomings. The tagline, “You can kill a revolutionary but you can’t kill the revolution,” encapsulates its core message perfectly. If this premise resonates with you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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