Blindspotting

2018 "Change the way you see."
7.4| 1h35m| R| en| More Info
Released: 20 July 2018 Released
Producted By: Summit Entertainment
Country: United States of America
Budget: 0
Revenue: 0
Official Website: https://www.lionsgate.com/movies/blindspotting
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Collin must make it through his final three days of probation for a chance at a new beginning. He and his troublemaking childhood best friend, Miles, work as movers, and when Collin witnesses a police shooting, the two men’s friendship is tested as they grapple with identity and their changed realities in the rapidly-gentrifying neighborhood they grew up in.

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brendaniforth I was blown away by this film. The writing, acting, and directing is excellent. The use of rap in the script was great and Shakespearean in its use of complex language. I am in awe of the two talented leads who also wrote the crackling dialog. The issues covered are topical and need to be discussed in our society so badly. Even though the film raised serious issues throughout, they didn't forget to add humor and humanity.
KJ Proulx I always find it fascinating when researching a great film after viewing it that there were a lot of interesting factors that went into making it such a great movie overall. Blindspotting now has a limited theatrical release and while it may not be playing at a theatre near you, I highly recommend seeking it out when you get the chance. With far more to offer viewers than anything it has showcased throughout its very small marketing campaign, this is the definition of a movie that's both for film lovers like myself, as well as being accessible for mainstream audiences who like a good story. Blindspotting absolutely deserves your time and here's why it comes so highly recommended in my eyes.Blindspotting follows Collin, a convict who has recently been placed on probation. Needing to remain clean until the end of his probation, he has started a daily routine to take his mind off things. That comes to an end very quickly when it seems as though he just can't escape his past due to the bad influences around him. From witnessing a murder to being manipulated by his lifelong best friend, this film takes you on an emotional roller coaster ride from start to finish. Using notions that are relevant in today's day and age, as well as putting a unique spin on filmmaking in general, the way this film gets its points across is absolutely astounding in the best possible way.Written by the two lead actors in Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal, it's very clear that these two can relate to this particular story, even if it's in the slightest of ways. It truly seemed as though two friends with obvious differences got together to compose a script that directly reflects that. With the assistance in direction by first-time feature filmmaker Carlos López Estrada, this movie is only taken to new heights. The talent in front of and behind the camera is all too good to be true. Everything about the plot of this film to the execution of specific scenes was near perfect in my eyes.Normally, when a film has competent editing, you hardly ever notice it or even think about it for that matter, but rather become invested in the characters or action on-screen. With the rare case in Blindspotting, both the music and the editing played parts in making this film far better than it already was on paper. From music video-like choices in its editing to the straight-up verbal raps that characters get into, this film doesn't only tell a great story on its surface, but like a lot of rap music does, if you read between the lines, it has an endless amount of storytelling hidden beneath the already fantastic filmmaking.Overall, Blindspotting not only takes a simple idea and expands it into something that I'll remember for years to come, but it also delivers some truly shocking scenes of dialogue that had me sucked in and literally brought me to tears. Not for being all that sad, but for feeling as raw and real as it did. The performances throughout this film are through the roof. Not only that, but every single department deserves some recognition here. As I was sitting in the theatre watching this movie, I just couldn't wrap my head around the fact that not a single glaring error stood out to me. Blindspotting is a simple tale of a man trying to earn his freedom after being imprisoned, but if you really sit back and analyze everything happening on-screen, I feel as though you'll be as blown away as I was. This is easily one of the best films I've seen and probably will see in all of 2018.
Matthew D Booth Can't say I am a Rapper but was mesmerized by this Film ! The characters are very real and likeable. Very impressive script ! Hope they get a wider Release as not many showings in San Diego. Oscar worthy without a doubt
shortee-65409 I will admit that I wasn't expecting much from this movie. It definitely proved me wrong! It was excellent and touched on many things that unfortunately happen nowadays. There were parts when I had to keep myself from yelling at the screen because I was so engrossed in what was happening... I would highly recommend it!