I missed the release of this movie in theaters this past August, and the thread that was started about it here at that time is now closed for discussion, so I'm not able to add onto it or else I would instead of starting a new one. That earlier post can be found here: Previous thread on the th..."The Help". Nevertheless, now that it's being released on DVD, I just wanted to add my 2¢.

Just got through watching "The Help" earlier today. Hard to believe the events of this movie took place during the course of my lifetime. Just glad I grew up in New York instead of Jackson, Mississippi. Really good movie that takes you through an entire range of emotions, and ends on a really powerful note. Highly recommended, I give it five stars. This movie will be remembered for a long time.

One of the key parts that really shook me on an emotional level was how they worked in the story of Medgar Evers. I'm really ashamed to admit that while I've heard his name mention many times (...there's even a college named in his honor here in NY), I was never really that familiar with what he was about. When it got to that part in the movie, I put the movie on hold and went to the Internet to research Medgar Evers and soon found myself in tears. How could I have NOT known about this man? Then I thought about it and realized: It's because they never taught us about him in school! Figures! I can only imagine how this man must have inspired even Martin Luther King, among many other great civil rights leaders. Such a sad story, but I didn't stop my research until I was able to learn as much as I could about this great man. Hell, better late than never! This was also a very powerful part of the movie, and lent credibility to the overall story that was being told.

Actually, I do remember hearing about how the man that killed him (Byron De La Beckwith) was finally brought to justice in 1994, but at that time I still didn't really connect the dots. Unfortunately, as with many important things I've experienced in my life, this largely went right over my head. The fact that I was alive on this earth at the time Medgar Evers was murdered really breaks my heart. Nevertheless, now that I know his story; I'm so grateful to him for how he so courageously fought for change. May he be resting peacefully.

Medgar Evers (1924 - 1963) Rest in peace brother, and thank you.

I didn't go see it in the theater because in this day and age, movies come out quickly on DVD and I can't wait to get this one. When they were filming it, I saw pictures in the local newspaper of how they had transformed several of the old buildings in the Fondren area of Jackson into the way they used to look back in the 1960s. It was really a trip. In the pictures, one one side of the road where they were filming were retro cars and on the other side of the road were modern day cars. I'm excited about seeing the local filming as well as the storyline.

As for Medgar Evers, there's a really good movie made in the 1990s with Whoopi Goldberg playing Mrs. Evers, about the trial of the killer, called "Ghosts Of Mississippi". I saw another good one that looks like it was made in the 1980s staring Irene Cara about the life of Medgar Evers.

vainandy said:

I didn't go see it in the theater because in this day and age, movies come out quickly on DVD and I can't wait to get this one. When they were filming it, I saw pictures in the local newspaper of how they had transformed several of the old buildings in the Fondren area of Jackson into the way they used to look back in the 1960s. It was really a trip. In the pictures, one one side of the road where they were filming were retro cars and on the other side of the road were modern day cars. I'm excited about seeing the local filming as well as the storyline.

As for Medgar Evers, there's a really good movie made in the 1990s with Whoopi Goldberg playing Mrs. Evers, about the trial of the killer, called "Ghosts Of Mississippi". I saw another good one that looks like it was made in the 1980s staring Irene Cara about the life of Medgar Evers.

I absolutely thought of you while watching this movie, remembering that you're from Jackson, MS. Can't imagine what your experience must have been growing up White in that environment with the love you have for Black culture.

I remember "Ghosts of Mississippi" coming out, but never saw it because it looked like one of those movies that would just piss me off. But now I'm on a quest, and will check it out. You'll really dig "The Help". You'll have some laughs no doubt, but shed some tears as well. It's a really good movie, I've been raving about it all day to anyone who would listen, lol.

PDogz said:

vainandy said:

I didn't go see it in the theater because in this day and age, movies come out quickly on DVD and I can't wait to get this one. When they were filming it, I saw pictures in the local newspaper of how they had transformed several of the old buildings in the Fondren area of Jackson into the way they used to look back in the 1960s. It was really a trip. In the pictures, one one side of the road where they were filming were retro cars and on the other side of the road were modern day cars. I'm excited about seeing the local filming as well as the storyline.

As for Medgar Evers, there's a really good movie made in the 1990s with Whoopi Goldberg playing Mrs. Evers, about the trial of the killer, called "Ghosts Of Mississippi". I saw another good one that looks like it was made in the 1980s staring Irene Cara about the life of Medgar Evers.

I absolutely thought of you while watching this movie, remembering that you're from Jackson, MS. Can't imagine what your experience must have been growing up White in that environment with the love you have for Black culture.

I remember "Ghosts of Mississippi" coming out, but never saw it because it looked like one of those movies that would just piss me off. But now I'm on a quest, and will check it out. You'll really dig "The Help". You'll have some laughs no doubt, but shed some tears as well. It's a really good movie, I've been raving about it all day to anyone who would listen, lol.

I was being born during that era. When I was growing up, there was no segregation but 90% of white people were extremely racist. Looking back now though, I realize that my growing up years were only about 10 years after segregation ended so the racist remarks I was getting from whites my age were attitudes passed down from their parents who were around during segregation and fought to try to keep it. Segregation feels like it was so long ago but in reality, my generation is the very first generation to grow up when it ended so all that bitterness from the racists who were forced to end segregation was fresh, brand new, and totally out in the open when I was growing up. It still exists today but people aren't in the open with it like they used to be.

As for "Ghosts In Mississippi", it will definitely piss you off but it will have you cheering in the end when they find that bastard guilty after all those years.

vainandy said:

PDogz said:

I absolutely thought of you while watching this movie, remembering that you're from Jackson, MS. Can't imagine what your experience must have been growing up White in that environment with the love you have for Black culture.

I remember "Ghosts of Mississippi" coming out, but never saw it because it looked like one of those movies that would just piss me off. But now I'm on a quest, and will check it out. You'll really dig "The Help". You'll have some laughs no doubt, but shed some tears as well. It's a really good movie, I've been raving about it all day to anyone who would listen, lol.

I was being born during that era. When I was growing up, there was no segregation but 90% of white people were extremely racist. Looking back now though, I realize that my growing up years were only about 10 years after segregation ended so the racist remarks I was getting from whites my age were attitudes passed down from their parents who were around during segregation and fought to try to keep it. Segregation feels like it was so long ago but in reality, my generation is the very first generation to grow up when it ended so all that bitterness from the racists who were forced to end segregation was fresh, brand new, and totally out in the open when I was growing up. It still exists today but people aren't in the open with it like they used to be.

As for "Ghosts In Mississippi", it will definitely piss you off but it will have you cheering in the end when they find that bastard guilty after all those years.

Yeah, a lot of the movies about race really make me angry, and really sad. Actually, any story that deals with anyone being treated unfairly. It just blows me away how poorly Black folks have been treated through time, and even still (to be completely honest). But anyone having second thoughts about seeing "The Help" should know that the message of the film, and the feeling it leaves you with, is about empowerment. And anyone in the movie that exhibits any form of racism winds up getting it good by the end, lol. And not to give any of the plot away, but toward the end I had a "OH NO!" moment that really grabs you. But by the time the credits roll you'll be standing on your feet cheering! Moreover, this movie was done with a great amount of dignity, and with a little 'wink' and a sense of humor (even with the dramatic parts laced throughout).

I just put "Ghosts of Mississippi" on my Amazon wish list.

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[Edited 12/3/11 19:00pm]

PDogz said:

vainandy said:

I was being born during that era. When I was growing up, there was no segregation but 90% of white people were extremely racist. Looking back now though, I realize that my growing up years were only about 10 years after segregation ended so the racist remarks I was getting from whites my age were attitudes passed down from their parents who were around during segregation and fought to try to keep it. Segregation feels like it was so long ago but in reality, my generation is the very first generation to grow up when it ended so all that bitterness from the racists who were forced to end segregation was fresh, brand new, and totally out in the open when I was growing up. It still exists today but people aren't in the open with it like they used to be.

As for "Ghosts In Mississippi", it will definitely piss you off but it will have you cheering in the end when they find that bastard guilty after all those years.

Yeah, a lot of the movies about race really make me angry, and really sad. Actually, any story that deals with anyone being treated unfairly. It just blows me away how poorly Black folks have been treated through time, and even still (to be completely honest). But anyone having second thoughts about seeing "The Help" should know that the message of the film, and the feeling it leaves you with, is about empowerment. And anyone in the movie that exhibits any form of racism winds up getting it good by the end, lol. And not to give any of the plot away, but toward the end I had a "OH NO!" moment that really grabs you. But by the time the credits roll you'll be standing on your feet cheering! Moreover, this movie was done with a great amount of dignity, and with a little 'wink' and a sense of humor (even with the dramatic parts laced throughout).

I just put "Ghosts of Mississippi" on my Amazon wish list.

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[Edited 12/3/11 19:00pm]

I loved The Help. Wonderful film.

...and in retrospect. I think I already know which character in the movie vainandy is going to like

Ottensen said:

PDogz said:

Yeah, a lot of the movies about race really make me angry, and really sad. Actually, any story that deals with anyone being treated unfairly. It just blows me away how poorly Black folks have been treated through time, and even still (to be completely honest). But anyone having second thoughts about seeing "The Help" should know that the message of the film, and the feeling it leaves you with, is about empowerment. And anyone in the movie that exhibits any form of racism winds up getting it good by the end, lol. And not to give any of the plot away, but toward the end I had a "OH NO!" moment that really grabs you. But by the time the credits roll you'll be standing on your feet cheering! Moreover, this movie was done with a great amount of dignity, and with a little 'wink' and a sense of humor (even with the dramatic parts laced throughout).

I just put "Ghosts of Mississippi" on my Amazon wish list.

I loved The Help. Wonderful film.

...and in retrospect. I think I already know which character in the movie vainandy is going to like

Perhaps David Oyelowo as Preacher Green? I can't really think of a clear VainAndy favorite in this film. I don't remember any scenes with any hairy-chested guys going commando in white linen pants being caught out in the rain, lol.

Cringe worthy moments and the writer's crediblity aside, I think its a greatly acted film.

I consumed alot of napkins while watching this

Ottensen said:

PDogz said:

Yeah, a lot of the movies about race really make me angry, and really sad. Actually, any story that deals with anyone being treated unfairly. It just blows me away how poorly Black folks have been treated through time, and even still (to be completely honest). But anyone having second thoughts about seeing "The Help" should know that the message of the film, and the feeling it leaves you with, is about empowerment. And anyone in the movie that exhibits any form of racism winds up getting it good by the end, lol. And not to give any of the plot away, but toward the end I had a "OH NO!" moment that really grabs you. But by the time the credits roll you'll be standing on your feet cheering! Moreover, this movie was done with a great amount of dignity, and with a little 'wink' and a sense of humor (even with the dramatic parts laced throughout).

I just put "Ghosts of Mississippi" on my Amazon wish list.

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[Edited 12/3/11 19:00pm]

I loved The Help. Wonderful film.

...and in retrospect. I think I already know which character in the movie vainandy is going to like

PDogz said:

Ottensen said:

I loved The Help. Wonderful film.

...and in retrospect. I think I already know which character in the movie vainandy is going to like

Perhaps David Oyelowo as Preacher Green? I can't really think of a clear VainAndy favorite in this film. I don't remember any scenes with any hairy-chested guys going commando in white linen pants being caught out in the rain, lol.

vainandy said:

PDogz said:

Perhaps David Oyelowo as Preacher Green? I can't really think of a clear VainAndy favorite in this film. I don't remember any scenes with any hairy-chested guys going commando in white linen pants being caught out in the rain, lol.

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