You MUST go out to see Respect! It’s all the Black People Magic you could ever need in the world.
I got to check out the new movie about Aretha Franklin’s life earlier this week… it opened in theaters only yesterday, so if you feel safe getting out, THIS is what you need to get out and support!
I think our Chicago girl Jennifer Hudson will have another Oscar soon… it isliterally everything you want in a movie.Insanely well-told story… visually rich, strong narrative, great acting. The costume design is so fire… it’s all about the fashion. The makeup and hair are exquisite -- the wigs alone! Even Forrest Whittaker’s lacefront was slapping! And the music, OH LORD, THEE MUSIC! Just Jennifer’s voice made me CRY several times. (check out the trailer below!)
And JHud told the story this week of how Aretha sang to her during their last conversation before she passed away… it’s beautiful seeing that torch get passed from one generation to the next.
The Queen of Soul has been given her due. Go experience this masterpiece.
& Remember to always celebrate your magic! xo