"Idlewild"
Running time: 2 hours
"Idlewild" offers a musical romp through the mid-1930s.
The story follows shy piano player Percival, played by Outkast's Andre "Andre 3000" Benjamin, and performer Rooster, played by the other half of Outkast, Antwan "Big Boi" Patton.
While Percival tries to balance his life between his piano playing and his work in the family mortuary, Rooster tries to hold his family together while finding time to work in the club.
Terrence Howard, as Trumpy, gets into the mix and tries to stir things up as the villian.
As much as I could say about the story, I'm trying to keep it simple. After all, it's more about the music.
Outkast has a number of great songs in the film, though their first single from the soundtrack, "Idlewild Blues," isn't actually in the film.
If you're a music fan, keep your eyes open for Macy Gray and Patti LaBelle.
If you're a huge music fan, you may also recognize the Idlewild band leader - Fishbone's Angelo Mooore - or the Idlewild bass player - Fishbone's Norwood Fisher.
"Idlewild" is a musical romp through the 30s. Some animation and creative camera work make it a fun ride that's worth seeing.
Posted by jeffhahnedisabled at September 9, 2006 10:16 AM
