The Burial (2023) | Movie | Movies Dock

The Burial movie

🎬 Title: The Burial

Never settle.

Story: When a handshake agreement falls apart, funeral home owner Jeremiah O’Keefe seeks the help of the charming and eloquent attorney Willie E. Gary to rescue his family’s business. As tensions rise, the two forge an unexpected friendship while uncovering instances of corporate wrongdoing and racial inequality.

⭐ Rating: 7.067 (570 votes)

📅 Release Date: 2023-10-06

⏱️ Runtime: 2h 6m

🎭 Genres: Drama, History

🎬 Director: Margaret Betts

✍️ Writers: Margaret Betts, Doug Wright

🌍 Country: United States of America

🏢 Production Companies: Double Nickel Entertainment, Bobby Shriver Productions, Foxxhole Productions, Maven Screen Media, Amazon MGM Studios, Big Indie Pictures

💼 Production: 💰 Budget: $32,500,000

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👥 Cast: Tommy Lee Jones (Jeremiah O’Keefe), Jamie Foxx (Willie E. Gary), Jurnee Smollett (Mame Downes), Alan Ruck (Mike Allred), Mamoudou Athie (Hal Dockins), Pamela Reed (Annette O’Keefe), Bill Camp (Ray Loewen), Amanda Warren (Gioria Gary), Dorian Missick (Reggie Douglas), Tywayne Wheatt (Al Jones)

Editor’s Note: In summary, The Burial (2023) effectively embraces its Drama and History elements without feeling cliché. Under the guidance of Margaret Betts, the film maintains a consistent flow and sense of authenticity. Lead performances from Tommy Lee Jones, Jamie Foxx, and Jurnee Smollett are both relatable and understated. The 2h 6m runtime aligns well with the narrative. While it has its flaws, its many strengths make it worth watching. Living up to its tagline—“Never settle.”—the film deserves a spot on your watchlist if the premise resonates with you.

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