I'm not a big Spike Lee fan...

Rating: 7/10 (24 October 2018)

Not because I'm white but because his cinematic style can be hard on the plot, and texture of the film. The plot was very balanced, even though not 100% historically correct or in line totally with the book. That is why they say based on, rather than actually happened.
Their were a couple of guffaws but I would not call this a comedy. As usual Mr. Lee tried to enhance visually, and personally I believe it was more distracting than art. The acting was done well, and unlike other racially motivated films, I believe that their was a good value of truth, especially in the era it took place. I can't say I would watch it again but I am glad I saw it.