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[Dabanton]

The teaser they released a few weeks ago was a bit hit or miss for me but the full trailer looks like it could be a very fun and thoughtful watch.

DEAR WHITE PEOPLE follows the stories of four black students at an Ivy League college where a riot breaks out over a popular “African American” themed party thrown by white students. With tongue planted firmly in cheek, the film will explore racial identity in “post-racial” America while weaving a universal story of forging one’s unique path in the world.

Dear White People Official Trailer

 

[JCX]

Very excited for this.

 

[Slayven]

I dreaded and look forwarded to this thread.

 

[Esch]

Looking forward to the :umad: that will be abundant

 

[Perspicacity]

Looks fun.

But Beaver is in it, hope he dies again.

 

[LyleLanley]

Saw it at Sundance, thought it was decent.

 

[RP912]

Plan to watch the movie and pray for this thread

 

[KrellRell]

Trailer is nothing special. Looks interesting enough to watch, I'll probably check it out.

 

[shuri]

Neogaf OT Race threads: The movie.

Movie looks great!

 

[wenis]

I dreaded and look forwarded to this thread.

The graveyard... I wish I invested in tombstone makers.

 

[Einbroch]

A movie made for me, finally.

 

[heliosRAzi]

Is Seanspeed in this?

 

[Tcab96]

Kind of looking forward to this.

 

[Slayven]

Is Seanspeed in this?

Didn't you see him say "the hardest thing to be in the work place is an educated white male?"

 

[JDSN]

Chris Rock got old!

Is Seanspeed in this?

He is playing a young rival DJ inspired by Anthony Cumia.

 

[Enduin]

Maybe. Could be interesting and eye opening, or just tired and pointless. First half of the trailer was a bit overplayed, but the second half came across more interesting and insightful.

Also, now I have the urge to watch Higher Learning.

 

[Nyx]

This looks pretty funny, will watch.

 

[jerry1594]

Didn't you see him say "the hardest thing to be in the work place is an educated white male?"

Lol did he really say that?
Nm I say the trailer. The movie looks trite.

 

[studyguy]

Chris Rock got old!

Took me a second to realize it was the same actor.
Damn that kid did get old.

 

[……forgetit]

I await the OT with bated breath. I'll probably see this with my girlfriend just for the awkwardness.

 

[CassidyIzABeast]

checking in early

 

[Platy]

What does "post-racial america" mean exactly ?

 

[lednerg]

I want to like this, but it looks bad. Seems they've swapped out the "magic negro" for the "magic gay dude".

 

[Air]

Idk it looks ok. Can't hate them for trying though.

 

[cubicle47b]

What does "post-racial america" mean exactly ?

It's the idea that race no longer plays a part in how people interact.

edit: The movie looks decent.

 

[Zantetsuken]

What does "post-racial america" mean exactly ?

This.

 

[RandyBobandy]

Man, that was a terrible trailer.

 

[Anton Sugar]

Really looking forward to this. I don't think it will be this revolutionary springboard for social change, but it looks like it may take an even-handed approach to the awkwardness of racism, both overt and casual, in modern society.

Plus, Tessa Thompson is a GODDESS.

What does "post-racial america" mean exactly ?

It's in quotations to indicate irony, I believe.

 

[ahoyhoy]

oooo is that Dookie in there?

Glad to see him finally off the streets.

 

[heliosRAzi]

oooo is that Dookie in there?

Glad to see him finally off the streets.

That ain't Dookie. That's Chris Rock.

 

[sixteen-bit]

interesting premise

 

[harSon]

oooo is that Dookie in there?

Glad to see him finally off the streets.

You picked the wrong movie thread to get this wrong Lol

 

[Angelus Errare]

What does "post-racial america" mean exactly ?

Some bullshit people keep parroting around, the idea is that America is past racism...lol. But I'm pretty sure in this case it's being used ironically.

 

[ahoyhoy]

You picked the wrong movie thread to get this wrong Lol

Fuck... I just wanted it to be so I didn't check IMDB.

 

[.GqueB.]

Oh dear...

I'm in but...

oh dear.

Really looking forward to this. I don't think it will be this revolutionary springboard for social change, but it looks like it may take an even-handed approach to the awkwardness of racism, both overt and casual, in modern society.

Plus, Tessa Thompson is a GODDESS.

It won't change any minds or teach people much I don't THINK. It would only be used to validate already held opinions. I'd love to be proven wrong though. I have a feeling that the most important part of this movie will be the preppy black guy. Sounds like there's a nice speech in there from President Palmer that could be important.

 

[rezuth]

Didn't really know what to expect but this looks excellent.

 

[Data West]

What did 2 chainz ever do to you?

 

[Stet]

First I've heard about it, but it looks funny as hell.



Not just the movie either, but the reactions are bound to be sogood.gif.

 

[LilWayneSuckz]

This movie speaks to me on every level ever

 

[Infinite]

It won't change any minds or teach people much I don't THINK. It would only be used to validate already held opinions. I'd love to be proven wrong though. I have a feeling that the most important part of this movie will be the preppy black guy. Sounds like there's a nice speech in there from President Palmer that could be important.

I think the movie is more about exploring what blackness is where whiteness is dominate.

 

[Schweinehund]

What does "post-racial america" mean exactly ?

The belief racism doesn't exist/isn't as prevalent I guess. That's why it's in quotes in the description, they're making a statement.

 

[PhoenixDark]

Why are they making films instead of addressing the problem of violence in the black community?

 

[LiveFromKyoto]

Don't agree with that definition of racism she floats. It can't just be about a system of disadvantage. It has to include racially-premised pejorative attitudes in general.

This movie speaks to me on every level ever

What if it turns out to be pro Lil Wayne?

 

[Stet]

Don't agree with that definition of racism she floats. It can't just be about a system of disadvantage. It has to include racially-premised pejorative attitudes in general.



What if it turns out to be pro Lil Wayne?

Maybe the movie doesn't take her stance in a two-second clip in the trailer as rote.

 

[Deleted member 17706]

What does "post-racial america" mean exactly ?

I like to think of the idea of "post-racism" as "new racism."

Pretty much a way to dismiss the qualms troubles of minorities by pretending that those problems no longer exist.

 

[LiveFromKyoto]

Maybe the movie doesn't take her stance in a two-second clip in the trailer as rote.

I'm sure it doesn't, and I'd wager the movie involves her learning a life lesson or two about that one, but it's not the first time I've come across that opinion.

 

[Booty Patrol]

This looks great, I'm perched for it.

 

[Camp Lo]

Whoa, gotta see this one.

 

[Burt]

Don't agree with that definition of racism she floats. It can't just be about a system of disadvantage. It has to include racially-premised pejorative attitudes in general.

I doubt she's meant to be infallible within the context of the movie. I don't think anyone thinks that that's the entire definition of racism.

*cue opportunity for growth and character development*

Also.. has any significant amount of actual critics completely trashed this movie, or can I assume that the 4.1 IMDB rating is because someone made a thread about it on Stormfront?

 

[Tarr]

Cringeworthy....at least after watching the trailer. It was like they tried too hard. Not the actors, but the message/script. :/