Hal King (2021) User Reviews

A Must See!

[lifesdestiny_2000 · 9/10 · 16 February 2021]

Hal King is a wonderful work of art. How often do you see a black opera? The term opera is used loosely here in the fact that the film doesn't contain operatic singing but more so in style of the piece with all dialog being sung and how its separated by different acts or chapters like operas. The actors were convincing, the songs very melodic with some great deliveries by the cast. Many scenes were moving and heartfelt. I enjoyed it greatly!

Great throwback!

[lenoreshields · 9/10 · 28 February 2021]

Hal King was very entertaining. I enjoyed the throwback to Jazz and other musicalities portrayed in the film. You have to stay til the end because the ending left me speechless. Well Done!

Beautiful

[Jimmy-128 · 9/10 · 13 March 2021]

Beautifully written, beautifully shot, beautifully performed, Hal King is a magnificent film. An adaptation of William Shakespeare's Henry IV and V plays, Hal King blends R&B, jazz, hip hop, gospel, and even a bit of Classical opera recitative to tell the story of a young man who only finds his purpose upon the death of the father he spent his adult life rejecting.

Tyrik Ballard gives a breathtaking performance as Hal, matched by fellow newcomer Sharae Moultrie as Kat French, the daughter of Hal's father's enemy. Their love story plays against a compelling backdrop of racial politics (with an alderman's race standing in for the Hundred Years' War). In support are powerful performances by Ryan Shaw, Tony McLendon, Dion Davis, Eric Roberson, Sophia Nicole Stevens, and Darien Dean.

Breaking the Mold

[nyfifi · 10/10 · 15 February 2021]

This out of the box indie is a mixed genre modern opera film that works. Infused with Classical, Jazz and R&B tones, the subject matter is timely and engaging. Through well crafted music, lyrics, book, great voices and choreography, Steven Wallace and team have created a culturally relevant twist on an age old story. Great watch!

Really nice work.

[natia2009 · 9/10 · 9 March 2021]

It was really nice film to watch .. visuals and music are spectacular!.. Chorégraphie was also good and some of the actors truly stand out..

I look forward to the soundtrack!..

Amazing

[niobehayeshi · 10/10 · 15 February 2021]

This was fabulous, just wonderful! This movie blew my expectations away.

Great Watch! Something Different!

[pamelartucker · 9/10 · 11 April 2022]

I decided to watch this movie on a Sunday afternoon and I was glad I did. It's long and definitely a musical and the acting was okay but the whole entire movie itself was a great production. Hats off to the producer. Nice and different storyline relating to relationships.

Stumbled On A Jewel Film

[ingridrandle · 10/10 · 9 December 2022]

I was bored and scrolling for something to watch. My saying is a movie has to catch my interest within the first 15 minutes. I watched the entire film with great interest. Even found myself bobbing my head.

The theme was captivating, interest, and we thought out. I have never seen a black cast, acting, dancing and singing. Job well done to the writers, producers, performers. Wish there were more entertainers no matter where they come from, to be able to display such talent of this magnitude.

Must take some time to look up each actor, and writers and read up on their careers. Would definitely like to follow them.

I really enjoyed Hal King. Looking for more such as this.