Jason Mitchell

TYREL: A Bold Portrayal Of Race And Masculinity
TYREL: A Bold Portrayal Of Race & Masculinity

With virtually no plot and very little character development, Tyrel works best as an examination of masculinity and race.

THE MUSTANG: A Prison Drama That Breaks Even The Coldest Heart
THE MUSTANG: A Prison Drama That Breaks Even The Coldest Heart

The Mustang is hard to look away from and worthy of praise. It’s a gorgeous look at a man who finds the best version of himself in his relationship with a wild horse.

SUPERFLY: Convoluted Gangster Remake Lacks Genuine Style
SUPERFLY: Convoluted Gangster Remake Lacks Genuine Style

Despite a strong cast and scattered moments of inspiration, Superfly is sorely lacking in consistency on both a visual and narrative level.

STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON: Recreating The History & Grit Of West Coast Hip Hop
STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON: Recreating The History & Grit Of West Coast Hip Hop

Straight Outta Compton brilliantly displays the legendary gangster rap group N.W.A., and masterfully captures their world.