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If you've ever doubted that Queen Latifah is a movie star, watch Just Wright. It's not that Just Wright is a great movie--it isn't. It's a perfectly capable romantic comedy with some lovely touches and some typical clichés. The plot--physical therapist Leslie Wright (Latifah) becomes the personal therapist to basketball star Scott McKnight (rapper Common) after a devastating injury, and gradually, love blossoms--isn't really the point. What makes the movie work are little moments of pain and pleasure, such as the flicker of betrayal when Leslie watches her mother give a pair of heirloom earrings to Leslie's prettier childhood pal, Morgan (Paula Patton, Precious), or the hesitation, followed by a leap, when Leslie and Scott have their first kiss. Director Sanaa Hamri, who also made the unjustly ignored interracial romance Something New, has an excellent eye for the details of how people interact; she never forgets that people rarely know what they're going to do until they actually do it, so her movies are in a constant state of discovery. She draws a new vulnerability out of Queen Latifah, who usually coasts on a sassy, breezy confidence. Just Wright is about a woman who's quietly endured a thousand indignities and tries not to let her unhappiness show--which is what makes it so engaging. This sort of performance doesn't win awards, but it makes this sort of movie an unexpected pleasure. --Bret Fetzer
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Leslie Wright (Queen Latifah) is a straight-shooting physical therapist who gets the gig of a lifetime working with NBA All-Star Scott McKnight (Common). Love blossoms between the two but Leslie's childhood friend Morgan, who has her sights set on being an NBA trophy wife, begins to win the affections of McKnight raising the question - is Leslie destined to play the role of "best friend" forever or will Scott finally see that what he always wanted is right in front of him?
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Synopsis:
This is a romantic feel good movie about a young physiotherapist (Queen Latifah)who's been out of luck on the dating scene. One evening she meets a pro basketball player who invites her to a party. On the night of the party ,before she can get a word in, her trendier more fabulous cousin dives in and lands the basketball player for herself.
The movie then shows the cousin's relationship with the basketball player, which later turns sour. After their break up the man seems to then take a liking to Q.Latifah who's been a good friend to him all along. But as with all rom coms, they face problems and their relationship goes pear shaped. The ending is touching yet satistfying.
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The movie is fun and I thoroughly enjoyed it becuase it is a great African American movie which portrays middle class working black people in a good neighbourhood without the usual "hustling, violence, gang and drugs cliche" often prevalent in many Afican American movies.
This is a romantic feel good movie about a young physiotherapist (Queen Latifah)who's been out of luck on the dating scene. One evening she meets a pro basketball player who invites her to a party. On the night of the party ,before she can get a word in, her trendier more fabulous cousin dives in and lands the basketball player for herself.
The movie then shows the cousin's relationship with the basketball player, which later turns sour. After their break up the man seems to then take a liking to Q.Latifah who's been a good friend to him all along. But as with all rom coms, they face problems and their relationship goes pear shaped. The ending is touching yet satistfying.
General Thoughts:
The movie is fun and I thoroughly enjoyed it becuase it is a great African American movie which portrays middle class working black people in a good neighbourhood without the usual "hustling, violence, gang and drugs cliche" often prevalent in many Afican American movies.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This movie was awesome! Queen Latifah is always funny, regardless of what film she's in & common provided a great male lead. I really enjoyed the basketball theme as well as the rom/com part. STRONGLY RECOMMEND if you enjoy sports films with 'a bit more to them' or even just romantic comedy without the basketball. WORTH WATCHING!!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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Queen L is such a cheerful and pleasant actress that she natutally makes a mediocre story shine. This film was no exception. It was simple story line and very predictable but very easy and relaxing to watch especially after a hard week. Queen L being a normal size woman made her character easy to identify with. WOuld highly recommend.
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Just Wright
I purchased this film on DVD after my husband and I watched it on TV and thought it was a good film to add to our collection. It is a charming story of hope and the game of love. Read more
Published 8 days ago by sandy
Just Wright
This is a brilliant film cant remember receiving it or where i have out it but yes received quickly i must have.
Published 1 month ago by Kelly
An enjoyable movie to watch for all the family
I watched this on the plane journey to Canada, had seen the trailer before & was glad they had this on the playlist,as am a fan of Queen Latifah & her films. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ms. N. A. COBB
Friendship, laughter & love
I found this film very entertaining so much so I did not move from my sofa until the end. Queen Latifah's character is a bit of a tom-boy but she knows how to display her feminine... Read more
Published 3 months ago by KTE
With true love comes respect
Fantastic movie which introduced a new and hot leading man to me!! It was nice for a change to see that an acknowledgment that the best person for you is definately not the best... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jelakins
I loved Queen in this but common was a little wooden for my liking
Great movie i bought it on my itunes so i have it on my laptop and i thoroughly enjoy watching it personality trumps looks love the ending, pretty girls dont always finish first
Published 6 months ago by ladyvivi123
Sunday Afternoon Movie
This movie is great for a late Sunday Afternoon. Everthing you wanted to do is done and you have some time left over. Then you can put on this movie. Read more
Published 6 months ago by N. L. I. Feldmann
I love the Queen
One mainly for the girls. Predicatable, I enjoyed it and would encourage all to have view on a night in.
Published 6 months ago by LC
Fantastic !!!
Latifah plays Leslie Wright, an unlucky in love physical therapist trying to find Mr Right. Unfortunately this proves to be harder then she thought. Read more
Published 6 months ago by H. Ebdon
Fun film
Queen Latifa is a good actress and her films are always fun to watch and a good way to pass a couple of hours.
Published 7 months ago by Alexia
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