Color-Blinded
Color-Blinded

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Color-Blinded

1998
Movie
92 min
English

Convinced that her white boyfriend would rather date a white girl, a gorgeous black woman drinks a potion that turns her into a gorgeous white woman... and puts her life and relationship to the test.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: David S. WardGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, ambitious lawyer takes on a controversial case defending a man accused of murder. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she uncovers a complex web of deceit and prejudice that threatens to consume her career and her personal life. She must navigate systemic corruption and personal danger to expose the truth, even if it means confronting her own biases.

Critical Reception

Color-Blinded received mixed reviews from critics, with praise often directed at Regina King's performance but criticism leveled at the film's predictable plot and uneven pacing. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its social commentary and others finding it heavy-handed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Regina King's compelling performance as the determined defense attorney.

  • Criticized for its somewhat formulaic narrative and a lack of genuine suspense.

  • Some reviewers noted that the film attempted to tackle important social issues but didn't fully realize its potential.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's attempt to address racial and judicial issues, with many finding Regina King's portrayal to be a standout element. However, some viewers felt the story lacked originality and could have been more impactful.

Fun Fact

Although Regina King plays a lawyer, she did not have any formal legal training prior to the role and relied heavily on research and coaching for her portrayal.

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