Waaaaaaaay Overrated

Rating: 9/10 (12 March 2004)

There is only one reason for the high user ratings this movie receives. Because of its subject matter, people like it because they think they SHOULD. To dislike it might cause one to be perceived as being insensitive to racial issues, but anyone looking at this film with a critical eye will find that its shortcomings make it practically laughable. The basketball scene itself is so silly, it single-handedly destroys any credibility this film might have had. Others have already noted the unbelievable dinner and prison scenes as well. A lifetime of hate - instant contrition. How can anyone possibly take this thing seriously? There are far greater movies on racial injustice, "Mississippi Burning" being one that comes to mind quickly. AHX should be closer to the bottom 250 than it is to the top.