Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Viggo Mortensen | ... | Tony Lip | |
Mahershala Ali | ... | Dr. Donald Shirley | |
Linda Cardellini | ... | Dolores | |
Sebastian Maniscalco | ... | Johnny Venere | |
Dimiter D. Marinov | ... | Oleg | |
Mike Hatton | ... | George | |
P.J. Byrne | ... | Record Exec | |
Joe Cortese | ... | Gio Loscudo | |
Maggie Nixon | ... | Copa Coat Check Girl | |
Von Lewis | ... | Bobby Rydell | |
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Jon Sortland | ... | Rydell Band Leader |
Don Stark | ... | Jules Podell | |
Anthony Mangano | ... | Copa Bouncer Danny | |
Paul Sloan | ... | Copa Maître D' Carmine | |
Quinn Duffy | ... | Mikey Cerrone |
In 1962, Tony "Tony Lip" Vallelonga, a tough bouncer, is looking for work when his nightclub is closed for renovations. The most promising offer turns out to be the driver for the African-American classical pianist Don Shirley for a concert tour into the Deep South states. Although hardly enthused at working for a black man, Tony accepts the job and they begin their trek armed with The Negro Motorist Green Book, a travel guide for safe travel through America's racial segregation. Together, the snobbishly erudite pianist and the crudely practical bouncer can barely get along with their clashing attitudes to life and ideals. However, as the disparate pair witness and endure America's appalling injustices on the road, they find a newfound respect for each other's talents and start to face them together. In doing so, they would nurture a friendship and understanding that would change both their lives. Written by Kenneth Chisholm (kchishol@rogers.com)
Outstanding true story film showing that color doesn't define us, but how we act ourselves and towards others, does.
Great performances from the entire cast, especially Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali who were perfectly cast and convincing in their roles. It was also great to see comedian Sebastian Maniscalco in this film as well.
Writer, director and producer Peter Farrelly nailed every aspect of this biography.
The score, cinematography, sets and visuals were all on point.
I'm not a fan of slow paced long films, but this was was close to an exception. I feel if the pace was picked up a bit and/or the 130 min run-time edited down to around 110 mins, this would have been a perfect 10 from me.
Excellent drama and comedy perfectly positioned throughout the film.
A well deserved 8/10 from me.