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Dope is a comedy and drama film directed and written by Rick Famuyiwa. Forest Whitaker produced the film, and Nina Yang Bongiovi, edited by Lee Haugen. The musi

Dope Movie Review

Dope Movie Review English
Review for the film " Dope"
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 01 Hour 55 Minutes
Certificate: UA
Released: 24-01-2015
Genre: Comedy, Drama
4 / 5.00
3.51 / 5.0

CAST & CREW


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  • Producer:
  • Forest Whitaker
  • Nina Yang Bongiovi
  • Director:
  • Rick Famuyiwa
  • Movie Actor:
  • Mimi Michaels
  • Michael Flores
  • Lidia Porto
  • Larnell Stovall JR
  • Kimberly Elise
  • Kiersey Clemons
  • Keith Stanfield
  • Julian Brand
  • Paul Archer
  • Quincy Brown
  • Vince Staples
  • Tony Revolori
  • Tiffany Williams
  • Shameik Moore
  • Sergio Garcia
  • Roger Guenveur Smith
  • Rick Foxx
  • Rakim Mayers
  • Josh Meyer
  • Jevin Smith
  • De'aundre Bonds
  • Blake Anderson
  • Forest Whitaker
  • Zoë Kravitz
  • Allen Maldonado
  • Amin Joseph
  • Ashton Moio
  • Bruce Beatty
  • Casey Veggies
  • Chanel Iman
  • Christopher Glenn
  • Darell M Davie
  • Co-Producer:
  • Mimi Valdes
  • Executive Producer:
  • Michael Y Chow
  • Pharrell Williams
  • Rick Famuyiwa
  • Sean Combs
  • David Lonner
  • Second Unit Director:

Dope is a comedy and drama film directed and written by Rick Famuyiwa. Forest Whitaker An Academy Award winning actor. Showcased a stunni >> Read More... produced the film, and Nina Yang Bongiovi, edited by Lee Haugen. The music is given by Germaine Franco. The movie cast includes- Shameik Moore, Kiersey Clemons, Tony Revolori Anthony Revolori also is known as Tony Revolori, i >> Read More... , Zoe Kravitz Zoe Kravitz, whose full name is Zoë Isabella Kravi >> Read More... , LaKeith Stanfield, A$AP Rocky, Blake Anderson, Kimberly Elise, Quincy Brown, Chanel Iman, Vince Staples, Roger Guenveur Smith, Amin Joseph, and Tyga. The narrator of the film is Forest Whitaker.

Plot

Malcolm Adekanbi and his two friends James Caldones ‘Jib’ and Cassadra Andrews ‘Diggy’ are the ‘geeks’ at their high school. They live in a high-crime area in Inglewood, California. Malcolm wants to be admitted to his dream university, Harward University and is preparing for its admission procedures and interviews. He and his friends are very ambitious about 90s rap and are into rapping.

Once while riding their bikes, h encounters Dom, he is a drug dealer, and asks Malcom to invite a girl named Nakia to his birthday party. Nakia is also Malcom’s crush and after he conveys his message, she tells him that she will only go if goes too. Malcom agrees and goes to the party.

Dom and his gang are doing their drug smuggling at the party when they get interrupted by another armed gang and start shooting there. Everybody starts panicking and starts running randomly. Dom puts a lot of drugs and a gun in Malcom’s backpack without anybody noticing. Malcom escapes after taking his bag, rescues Nakia, till then the police arrive, and Nakia drives Malcom to his home.

The next day Malcom sees drugs in his bag when he is at school and finds an iPhone also. What will happen next? What will Malcom and his friends do? What if someone discovers this, will Malcom be able to achieve his dream?

Star performance

Shameik Moore played his role well; he is amazing and entertaining. He did an outstanding job of engaging his audience with his comedy scenes. Tony Revolori excelled in the role, his dialogue delivery and acting are charming. Kiersey Clemons seems bold in the movie; and her role is amusing. A$AP Rocky has done fantastic acting; his role is one of the most power holding roles in the film and he very well executed it. Zoe Kravitz did well and seemed beautiful and elegant in the movie. Chanel Iman has done superbly in the film, her role is one of the funniest, even though she is shown for a less time, she has done a stunning job, her cameo is one of the most engaging parts in the film. The star cast has done an astonishing job and made the most entertaining film.

Analysis

Dope is a comedy, drama film, that showcases many crimes and their after-effects. The screenwriting and the screenplay go well together. The cast understood the assignment and did their best. The BGM, visuals and the music are amazing and go well together.

What’s there?

  • Engaging screenplay
  • Amazing acting by the cast
  • Humorous storyline
  • Amazing BGM, visuals
  • Introduction to the rap culture
  • Staggering music collection

What’s not there?

  • Nothing as a mistake

Verdict

Dope is a drama, and comedy film, that showcases drug dealing and rise in crimes over the parts of USA. The film also shows the rap culture and highlights the raps of 90’s. the film is engaging and entertaining and attracts the audience throughout the film. Try watching the film, you will love it.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


General


What is the genre of "Dope"?

Comedy, Drama


Who directed "Dope"?

Rick Famuyiwa


What is the duration of "Dope"?

01 Hour 55 Minutes


When was "Dope" released?

24-01-2015

Storyline


What is the plot of "Dope"?

Plot revolves around Comedy, Drama, etc.

Ratings & Reviews


What is the critic's rating for "Dope"?

4


What are the audience ratings for "Dope"?

3.51

Additional


Is "Dope" suitable for all ages?

Yes, it's rated UA


Can I watch "Dope" online?

No, it will be available soon on Amazon Prime Video

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