Riatha-1 This is one of the few movies (in my opinion) that 'gets' what she can do...Most of her work is comedic, and her comedy chops are definitely evident, but the connection she makes with this family shows the love of a child and a man (who just happen to be white) during a time when it was (even potentially hazardous if not) unorthodox to have an interracial relationship.I have to admit that I've only seen this movie on cable, and when they show it on (I think TBS) they cut out the "N" word at a time that makes the scene make no sense. But I stop dead in my tracks to watch...The daughter is confronted as a "N" lover. She reailzes that the word means a black person, but she does not realize that the word is a racial slur. As far as she is concerned, she is with the people who love her, and she loves them, in the pure way that it seems only children can love, in return.These omissions are an example to me of how some networks, and more broadly a Black actress(I've heard her say that she doesn't like the term "African American"-"we're ALL Americans" I seem to remember...) is missplaced even in this decade. The Oscar win is not a fluke. Hollywood has yet to face or offer an opportunity that truly shows off her full potential.I feel that her peer is Robin Williams in terms of a comedian that Hollywood still has yet to see their potential.

ianlouisiana "Corrina Corrina" is very much a film of the 1990s set in the 1950s. Miss Goldberg uses her tried and trusted "Feisty Black Woman" schtick but it doesn't sit well in a movie set in an era when,whether we like it or not,black people behaved very differently amongst white people. The Little Rock desegregation episode occurred as late as 1957 and the Civil Rights marches were some time in the future,few blacks felt secure enough to go against the wishes of their white employers or even cuss and swear in their presence. Clearly there is a strong political edge to this movie,it could hardly be otherwise given our current obsession with racial and religious tensions both in the U.S and the U.K.Black Christian woman and white atheist Jew fall in love - I'm not sure how convincingly - but conveniently,for the very basis of the movie is that love laughs at locksmiths.Would that it were true. From "Romeo and Juliet" onwards playwrights have been telling us it isn't,but we're still clinging on to the hope. A few remarkable people succeeded in ignoring the social pressures,but even in the 21st century race and religion are barriers that can prove insurmountable. Commendably, in "Corrina Corrina" nobody pretends it's going to be easy for Mr Liotta and Miss Goldberg.It is a measure of the film's effectiveness that I felt concerned for their future. There is some wonderful music,we hear Louis Armstrong and Oscar Peterson doing "You go to my head" and Mr Liotta and Miss Goldberg duet Bill Evans' "Peace piece" on the piano quite delightfully.The title of the film is derived from an old blues song. Despite the caveat of my first paragraph I did enjoy this movie. As the lights went up I realised that hope springs eternal in the human breast - even mine.

George Attwood CORRINA, CORRINA ****1/2 Jesse Nelson produces, directs, and writes this heartwarming, thoughtful tale set in 1950s suburbia, where Whoopi Goldberg starts working for an emotionally damaged family by taking care of the single Dad's daughter. The unfolding and flow of each act is smooth-flowing and properly paced as Goldberg positively impacts the family - from the point where the mute-by-choice daughter starts talking again, to Goldberg becoming romantically involved with Dad - that will bring a smile to your face and joy to your heart. It's one of those films that achieves as a great drama yet is also very comical at the right times, and is laced with social commentary, adding more depth.

Pookyiscute I've seen this movie countless times, and each time I see it, it still can bring a tear or two to my eye.Whoopie Goldberg and Ray Liota team up as the unlikely pair in this 1950's based piece about life, and the hardships that a death can bring.At the beginning of the film we meet Molly. A six year old who is attending her mother's funeral. From the beginning of the movie, she doesn't speak. Only, in loss of her mother. Her father Manny (Liota), deals with his wife's death, in his own way. It is necessary for him to eventually go back to work, so after several different failed interviews with potential nannies, Corrina Washington (Goldberg), not only walks into his house, but his life as well.Throughout the entire movie, you come to understand the inane instincts and emotions that humans have for one another, no matter the differences in life.I was most impressed with Wendy Crewson in the film. Someone, who's character is born for you to hate, she delivers it with perfection. I never liked her much as an actress for a long time, but recently I've come to appreciate her talents as an actress. You can see her shine in other movies, including, "To Gillian on her 37th Birthday" and "The Santa Clause".And, the best performance in my opinion is given by the little girl who plays Molly. You can see her in other movies, such as, "Napoleon Dynamite" and "Water World". She is a talent, even at such a young age, and she could have become so famous, if she had done more work earlier on, because of how talented she is.I recommend the movie to anyone who enjoys dramas with real humor in it, and 'back in the day' kind of stories. It's enjoyable and a delight. And, as a bonus, it's appropriate for all ages. So, don't feel embarrassed watching it with your kids, it's good and clean. :)