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Aug 16, 2013 · Working from the true story of Eugene Allen's rise from field hand to longstanding White House butler, Daniels and screenwriter Danny Strong attempt to "Forrest Gump" African-American history. What looks like passive obliviousness is just a black man playing one of the only roles that granted him upward mobility in the 20th Century, the unquestioning servant.
Aug 16, 2013 · Gut-wrenching and emotionally affecting, Lee Daniels' The Butler overcomes an uneven narrative thanks to strong performances from an all-star cast. After leaving the South as a young man and ...
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Lee Daniels' The Butler Reviews. Even with the film’s ambition and deeply moving moments, “The Butler” still comes across as a big Hollywood piece. Full Review | Original Score: 3/5 | Aug 23 ...
Aug 9, 2013 · The director of “Precious” and “ The Paperboy ” plays things relatively straight in “ Lee Daniels ’ The Butler ,” a sprawling, highly fictional biopic of longtime White House butler ...
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Aug 9, 2013 · PHOTOS: ‘Lee Daniels’ The Butler’ Premiere: Oprah, Forest Whitaker and Anna Wintour Walk the Red Carpet in NY. Long-retired White House maitre d’hotel Eugene Allen was a figure unknown to ...
Aug 16, 2013 · The Butler: Directed by Lee Daniels. With Forest Whitaker, David Banner, Michael Rainey Jr., LaJessie Smith. As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents during his tenure as a butler at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events affect this man's life, family, and American society.
Aug 16, 2013 · Lee Daniels’ “The Butler” is an ambitious, sweeping period drama that manages to be incredibly affecting and feel as if the words ”For Your Consideration” are stamped across every frame.
