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Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail, 2009

Starring: Derek Luke, Keshia Knight Pulliam

Directed by: Tyler Perry

Written by: Tyler Perry

Language: English

Country: USA

Runtime: 103 min

MPAA Rating: PG_13

Rating:3.2

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Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail can be described as humorous and witty. The plot revolves around elderly characters, prison life, and a "fish out of water". Its comic aspect comes from farce. Its main genres are comedy, drama, and crime. In terms of style, it involves blaxpoitation. In approach, it is realistic. It is set, at least in part, in a prison. It takes place in contemporary times. It is adapted from a play. Note that it involves drugs/alcohol.

Summary of Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail

Multitalented screenwriter, director, playwright, and actor Tyler Perry delivers yet another comedy feature from his popular MADEA film series. Largely concerned with African American family life, Perry splits his efforts between the outrageous Madea films and other, slightly more serious features such as 2008’s THE FAMILY THAT PREYS. As the name suggests, MADEA GOES TO JAIL, based on the 2006 play of the same title, once again stars Perry himself as Mabel B. Simmons (nicknamed Madea), the feisty, gun-loving grandmother audiences have adored on stage and screen since she first appeared in the 2002 play MADEA’S FAMILY REUNION. When Madea ends up in jail following a series of violent outbursts, she finds herself in equally eccentric company and causes chaos among her fellow inmates. In a fat suit and women’s clothing, Perry keeps things light while exploring signature themes of redemption, such as the young attorney (Derek Luke, NOTORIOUS) who sets out to help a prostitute (Keshia Knight Pulliam, THE COSBY SHOW) who holds a special place in his heart.

The New Orleans-born Renaissance man once again proves himself to be comfortable wearing many hats: as star, producer, writer, and director, Perry retains a constant presence but is careful not to outshine his talented co-stars, including Viola Davis (Oscar-nominated for her role in 2008’s DOUBT) as a determined social worker. Rivaling Woody Allen with the speed at which he releases films, Perry manages to pack Christian values, positive messages regarding the power of forgiveness, and plenty of laughs into his quickly produced features. This is all communicated through his signature blend of outrageous comedy and almost soap-operatic drama.

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Language:	English
Country:	USA
Release date:	16 February 2009
Runtime:	103 min

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Derek Luke

as Joshua Hardaway

Keshia Knight Pulliam

as Candace Washington

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Washington Post

Both slapstick and social drama, and it is certainly the most confident mix of the two that Perry has managed to achieve with this particular part of his vast media franchise. Full Review

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by: Philip Kennicott

Chicago Tribune

If the movie is a mess, it's a purposeful mess, cannily, if not artfully, pushing all the right buttons to ensure Perry will be back for another round. Full Review

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by: Sam Adams

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04.August.2010
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by: Dan Cassavaugh
Dan Cassavaugh rated this movie0/10

3-11-09. Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail actually isn't terrible. It's nothing great, but there is some substance to the comedy. I know, I know. I am surprised to write that. How can I find a movie with a man dressed as a big, black woman in it entertaining? Well, that's because Tyler Perry is a genius who knows how to appeal to his audience. I am not that audience, but I was still amused by this movie. Perry creates one hilariously flawed woman. Madea (Perry) is so obsessed with getting her way, she doesn't realize she is the catalyst for this film's resolution. Tyler Perry's Madea Goes to Jail is not really about Madea; it is about Josh discovering himself and Candace forgiving him. There are two very distinct plots. Candace (Keshia Knigh Pulliam) is a prostitute and childhood friend of assistant district attorney Josh (Derek Luke). He recognizes her as the defendant and passes the trial on to his fiance, Linda (Ion Overman). When bail is set for $1,500, Josh pays it to let Candace out until her trial. He tries to rescue her and get her clean, but her drug addiction and her need for money forces her to run back to the streets. There is a dark secret that drove Candace into prostitution that weighs heavily on her and Josh. This movie is about working through that to finally be happy. Now, Madea (Tyler Perry). Oh, Madea. She is hilarious and quick to rage. She has spent her entire adult life in-and-out of court rooms, but has avoided jail. She and Candace live life illegally: Candace as the prostitute and Madea doing excessive things to get her way. There are many dumb jokes and unfunny moments trying to be hilarious. I think having a real person play Madea would have been better. A number of people won't watch this simply because it's a man in a fat-woman suit. If you can get past that, there's something decent here. 2.5 stars. tinyurl.com/awzfof

04.August.2010
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by: Dan Cassavaugh

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