A beautiful, sexy, singer/raper named Noni, who is played by Gugu Mbatha-Raw, hates her life because she is pushed around and exploited as a sex symbol instead of using her singing talent to pursue the music she really has a passion for singing. Minnie Driver plays Macy Jean, Noni’s over bearing mother who goes along with any and everything suggested for her daughter’s success, even if it’s not what’s best for her. Depression sets in and Noni is on the verge of suicide. Enters Kaz, played by Nate Parker, who proves to be her knight in shining armor. Watching Noni’s transformation into the person she ultimately becomes, makes for an interesting movie. I’ve never seen Gugu Mbatha-Raw in a role like this. She really made me believe she was the character she portrayed. Danny Glover plays Captain Nicol, Kaz’ father who is also a bit over bearing. These 2 parents (Macy and Captain Nicol) can be considered control freaks…
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