Movie spotlight
In 1989, an ambitious young woman gets a weave in order to succeed in the image-obsessed world of music television. However, her flourishing career may come at a great cost when she realizes that her new hair may have a mind of its own.
In 1989, ambitious television network intern Anna Blakk desperately wants to get a promotion. She thinks a new, custom hair weave will help her achieve her goals, but it turns out to have a mind of its own. The hair feeds on her ambition and starts to cause chaos in her life and career.
Bad Hair received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique blend of horror, satire, and social commentary, as well as its stylish direction and performances. However, some found the narrative uneven and the satirical elements occasionally heavy-handed.
Praised for its bold social commentary and blend of horror and comedy.
Acknowledged for its stylish visuals and strong lead performance.
Criticized by some for an uneven narrative pace and occasionally blunt satire.
Google audience: Audience reviews are divided, with many appreciating the film's originality and its exploration of race and ambition. However, a significant portion found the horror elements to be less effective than the satirical aspects, leading to a mixed reception.
The film's director, Justin Simien, previously directed the critically acclaimed Netflix series 'Dear White People', which also explored themes of race and identity in America.
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While audiences are thankfully seeing more female-driven horror films in the movie world, black female horror is even more of an anomaly. That’s why writer / director Justin Simien‘s “Bad Hair” is so damn interesting. The story of one woman...