I still can't believe how good this film was!

Rating: 8/10 (5 September 2007)

I had no clue as to what to expect when I decided to rent Black Snake Moan, I never heard of it and wasn't sure if it would be a good movie. But when I checked IMDb for the rating and the user comments, over all it's pretty good, so I rented it yesterday and just watched it a few moments ago. I have to say that I was actually very impressed with this film and how good it was. I know I might get bashed for this, but I was in awe that Justin Timberlake actually did a good job of acting. But it is Samuel and Christina that truly take this film. Together these two had incredible chemistry and really made the story work it's way into your heart on those who just need a hug and a reminder that life can be hard, but you just have to keep strong and know that there are better ways of handling life.
Rae is a girl who just lost her boyfriend, Ronnie, he's going to fight the war. She's left in her little town where she has a bad reputation of sleeping around and she doesn't mind it either. But one night Ronnie's best friend gets mad when Rae insults his manhood and beats her up and leaves her at the side of the road. A divorced black man, Laz, finds her and takes her to his home to help her and make sure that he purifies her. Rae struggles at first, but after talking with Laz and his friends, she discovers that there's more to life than just hooking up with guys and that maybe she's worth something a little more.
Christina Ricci has come such a long way since that little girl in The Addams Family, she is truly growing as an actress and to be honest I wouldn't be surprised if she gets an Oscar nod in the future. She was really incredible in this film as Rae, she broke my heart and was very moving. Samuel did a great job as Laz as well, his scene where he's singing to Rae about his ex-wife and their life together made me cry, he was so wonderful to watch. I would recommend Black Snake Moan, it was a pleasure to watch and the story was inspiring to never give up on yourself.
8/10