"Waves" Goes the Wrong Direction in Racial Depiction, Despite Its Intent and Beauty
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A young boy imagines his mother to be an airplane who travels to exotic lands.
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While the film didn’t hit me as emotionally as I wanted it to, I still enjoyed it. I simply wish there was a little more, particularly with the world building.
This is a film that is going to leave some people bored, and some people thrilled.
This action thriller is made with the hope that the black youth of America will feel empowered, and realize the significance of their heritage.
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