The movie "A Raisin in the Sun" which was produced by Kenny Leon in 2008 and based on the novel by Lorraine Hansberry is an impressive film that consists of several interesting elements. The author introduces them to convey the message that African Americans often see themselves confronted with racism and discrimination. To begin with the differences between the book and the film, one can say that the settings used in the film are more diverse as provided in the book so that the story happens in different places. Moreover, the scenes in the film are often presented in a more dramatic way than in the book which might disturb some people. Nevertheless, I were positively surprised by the film because the director decided (several times) to add new scenes (for example the scene when Mama searches for an adequate house) or to change them (for example when Ruth considers an abortion). For that reason, even people who have already read the novel should consider to watch the movie as well because there are some really impressive scenes. I highly recommend to watch them. Talking now about the music, I would like to say that the producers chose quite matching songs because the rather dramatic music really fits to the story and to the personal problems of the characters. It could be mentioned that dramatic and sad scenes are underlined by rather quiet music and violinos whilst the happy parts of the story are supported by the use of trumpets and Jazz music. In addition, personal scenes are emphasized by the use of only one instrument. For that reason, the choice of music and the instruments that are used in the single scenes help to underline the importance of the whole story. As I would like to come to an conclusion now, I recommend this film to everyone who already read the novel. Seeing the differences between the drama and the film could really help you to understand the problems Lorraine Hansberry tried to express by writing "A Raisin in the Sun". Moreover, I think that the music in the movie underlines the feelings of the protagonists in a very striking way. All in all, I would finish then by saying that even though the film might be a bit difficult to watch, it is full of potential and as the topic of racism and discrimination is still relevant today, I really recommend it!! #maytheforce2018

I think this movie was good. I liked it because it gave a lot of emotion threw out the whole movie, there was happiness,sadness,surprised. There were some differences from the play and the movie. In the play beneatha changes her hair and george tells her that she can't go out like that, but in the movie george just comes in the apartment and tells her, "were supposed to go to the play, not be in it" also at the end of the play when they all are moving to the new house, mama almost forgets her plant, and in the play mama goes back to the apartment and takes it, but in the movie walter goes and gets the plant and gives it to mama. Overall the acting was really good there was a lot of emotion moments but it was a good movie.

I would have given it 10 stars but Diddy Combs couldn't act opposite the other actors cast in the movie. He was just out of his league. The rest of the cast was great. He should of played a lesser role and cast someone else with an acting background to play Walter. Walters character was too complex for his skill set. He tried too hard and doesn't know how to bring out his emotion naturally, he tries to push it out. Overall the movie is a great movie. The women in the movie just smoothly flow as though they are not acting but really lived in that time period. The facial expression of the women and the body language during the scenes speak volumes and the words they speak just add to the depth of their characters. Diddy does have some great flashed of acting such as when he tells his family he is going to take the money from the white man and they should move. The next scene with Ms Rashad and Ms Lathan where she tells Ms. Lathan not to judge Walter so harshly is mind blowing. The movie sets where great, the costumes were great and the writing was great. John Stamos was his usual good performance. I do wish the African would have had more scenes he also didn't seem like he was acting or playing a character and you forget you are watching a movie and think you are looking at real life. If this movie doesn't evoke many emotions within you, it is not the movie but you are emotionally constipated because it is very deep and makes you think. You leave changed after watching this movie.

Without going into any specifics by any particular member of the cast, it should be established that all pieces in this adaptation work very well together. This includes every minute detail in the production which recreates the period flawlessly to the richness of the performances by all the female actresses who edge their male counterparts in quite remarkable ways. The difference between the genres is how naked their emotions are, and how amazing their range is. In the end, it is not that Diddy didn't quite meet the expectations but that he hasn't quite gotten to their level yet. If he added a bit more vulnerability to his character or expanded the range, it would have soared. As it is, it pretty competent, and it doesn't lessen from the overall impact of the piece because once you take everything and everybody else in consideration, this is a very good film.Race was still a pretty touchy subject back in the 50's and 60's and a lot of what we take for granted was still not quite within the grasp of many African Americans. There were soul that managed to shelter themselves from the horrible prejudice that shattered many a spirit, and there were many who still saw the abyss as unconquerable. Dreams were shattered and buried, and most of the time, bitterness was the end result.A family of African Americans has their dreams within reach, and what should be seen as a godsend, becomes a divider, as everyone in this family places his or her own dream ahead of everyone else's, and in the middle of this chaotic situation, we have a steady force that might not be able to solve this problem. As the story develops, she manages to find a solution, but this is promptly derailed by one of the family members who can't see straight.In the meantime, the family slowly finds their way to seeing one of their dreams come true, only to see it endangered by the insecurities of their contemporaries. It is both the best and worst of times for people as change is in the horizon, but it is still quite hard to achieve. Amazingly, the wisest words come from some who come places where the opportunity to dream is for most just a dream, but it is this perspective that makes someone realize that all change must come from within and not hang on the luck of others. It is time to take responsibility for their own changes and decisions.It is a lovely film, strong,insightful, powerful, and as thought provoking them as it was when it was first released as a play. It is a film to watch, study, and treasure.