A Trip to the 1960's

Being an action, comedy, and horror fanatic, it was really difficult to come around to finally seeing The Help. But man am I glad I saw it.

The Help is a film based on the best-selling novel by Kathryn Stockett which tells the story of Skeeter Phelan (Emma Stone) who dreams of becoming a journalist in New York. In order to do so, she must gain "experience." Thus, an idea comes to her mind. Why not write from the point of view of the help? The plot takes place during the center of the Civil Rights Movement which makes it difficult for Skeeter to gain support.

Needless to say the movie was great. It truly is a well made movie. Viola Davis plays the remarkable role of Aibileen Clark. Clark is a maid/nanny working for the rude Elizabeth Leefolt (Ahna O'Reilly). From the murder of her son, to the discrimination of Jackson, Mississippi, Viola Davis is ready to have her voice heard. Alongside Davis is Octavia Spencer who does an amazing job of playing Minnie Jackson; she is a colorful character who has the right amount of sass and courage to stand up to the white family she works for.

The Help is a powerful movie that really makes you think about the life of African-Americans during the sixties. I highly recommend this film to everybody. It receives a well deserved 8.5/10.