Positive word of mouth sells movie tickets, and more buzz is better than less. But there’s buzz and then there’s BUZZZZZZZZZZZ. Diary of a Mad Black Woman is all the later and deservedly so. I can’t say enough nice things about this movie.<\/p>\n
It’s entertaining. It’s relevant. It’s not for children. It’s fricking hysterical. It’s a must see!<\/p>\n
What works<\/p>\n
1) Casting \u00e2\u20ac\u201c although lesser known or unknown, each actor fits their role like a stream flows over a rock. Kimberly Elise is masterful as Helen, the scorned lover. Tyler Perry owns the role of Joe and Madea ( Grandma and great uncle to Helen ). As for the evil husband, Steve Harris, everyone wanted to push him down the stairs. Bad Husband! Bad, bad, bad!<\/p>\n
2) Screenplay \u00e2\u20ac\u201c the scenario feels fresh and new. The jokes deliver. Thank you Tyler Perry!<\/p>\n
3) Direction. Never heard of the auteur Darren Grant, but this is a career to watch.<\/p>\n
4) Right sized budget. 5.5 million \u00e2\u20ac\u201c and every dollar works for the story.<\/p>\n
Verdict: Like dark humor? Then what are you waiting for? DVD or full price theater.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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