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Blackout (2007)

Blackout (2007)
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In the summer of 2003, the East Coast of America was literally consumed by darkness. Though in the midst of the largest blackout in U.S. history most news reports spoke of the relative calm in a potentially chaotic situation, the situation in Brooklyn's East Flatbush neighborhood would soon become extremely volatile. As night fell over East Flatbush and looters came out of the shadows, violence flared and the citizens prepared for one of the most terrifying nights of their lives. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Melvin Van PeeblesJeffrey Wright, (more)
Director(s):
Jerry LaMothe
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Blackout

In the summer of 2003, the East Coast of America was literally consumed by darkness. Though in the midst of the largest blackout in U.S. history most news reports spoke of the relative calm in a potentially chaotic situation, the situation in Brooklyn's East Flatbush neighborhood would soon become extremely volatile. As night fell over East Flatbush and looters came out of the shadows, violence flared and the citizens prepared for one of the most terrifying nights of their lives. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
95 mins

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Director(s):
Jerry LaMothe
Writer(s):
Jerry LaMothe
Producer(s):
Judith AidooJeffrey Wright
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    Frank K.

    Great script, rich dialogue. You really care about the characters. From the couple with financial problems to the brother trying to get out of the getto, you sympathize and cheer for them simultaneously.

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    Vincent J.

    Great Movie. Could have been a bit longer to resolve a few issues but overall this was a great movie.

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    Eric H.

    Review 307: establishing relationships realistic enough to care for, the conflict begins&reboots itself in many ways throughout this community based survival tale based in 2003 NY.

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