Best movie ever!

Absolutely the worst movie.

The movie's neither hopeful in contrived ways, nor hopeless in different contrived ways. Somehow it manages to be wonderful

The tone of this movie is interesting -- the stakes are both dramatic and high, but it's balanced with a lot of fun, tongue and cheek dialogue.

Hustle & Flow has the perfect balance of. Drama, Music, and performances. I firmly believe without the passionate performances, this movie wouldn't have been as strong as it was. Terrence Howard's character is a tad bit abrasive at times, but his heart of gold, and his never-give up mentality made the character perfect in my opinion. What really made the movie for me was it's realism.. The characters felt real, the situations seemed real, and the ending wasn't all that far-fetched either, and really made me smile. The ending is one of the best things about the movie because it wasn't all that unbelievable. You will hate Skinny for what he does, and it will certainly mess with your emotions. I firmly believe this movie isn't for everyone, due to its violent language and the fact that not everybody is into Rap. But it is worth it in my opinion.Performances. Terrence Howard is Oscar worthy here. It truly was a star-making performance, and I loved everything about his character. Despite some of his abusive and abrasive actions, he remained likable. He was the heart and soul of this film. Anthony Anderson can actually ACT!. I was shocked at his maturity and how good he was here. Taryn Manning is fantastic as the vulnerable, and often overlooked woman. I felt for her on many occasions, and thought she did a great job. DJ Qualls is excellent as well surprisingly. He injected a nice amount of humor into his part. Taraji P. Henson is solid as the love interest. She was likable and never overdid it. Ludicrous played scum perfectly. I couldn't stand him as Skinny.Bottom line. It's powerful, engrossing and a joy to watch. Don't be turned off by it, because of its subject material. Critics were 100% right about this one. A must see.9/10

Craig Brewer's 'Hustle & Flow' is one of the finest independent films to come out in Hollywood. A films that shows reality in its truest form. A story about a pimp aspiring to become a rapper. The idea is fantastic if first of all, and the execution is just a cherry on the cake. Agreed the film ends up sad, but it leaves you satisfied and energetic. 'Hustle & Flow' rocks.Performances: Terrence Howard is fantastic, the soul of the film. He's astonishing in every frame he appears in, and is easily one of the best performances of this decade. Anthony Anderson is as usual, excellent. Taraji P.Henson delivers an earnest performance. Taryn Manning is a revelation. She's superb. Others are decent.on the whole 'Hustle & Flow' is a brave and reverting film. I love this film, and I recommend each and every cinema this film. Two Thumbs Up!

I think I saw Todd Hood (previous reviewer) (from Hawaii and a crack head) on dog the bounty hunter. I just cant remember if it was before or after I saw this movie. Apparently no one actually previews any of these reviews otherwise this never would have made it onto this site. There was barely any relevant information on the movie at all in this review. the only thing I can be sure of from reading this is Todd needs a job, and rehab!! The movie was enjoyable but nothing to write home about. Terrence Howard did an excellent job and was the primary reason I enjoyed the movie. Apparently I need to fill in one more line to get this onto the site so here it is.

I don't see how it gets so much love. It wasn't a great movie at all. The acting was really not great or anywhere near perfect, and the script is so stupid and random. I hated this movie as a fact, but in all fairness, I suppose it's not the worst. It did entertain, I guess, and I loved Taryn Manning's character; If it wasn't for her this movie probably would've gotten a 1 from me. So, the rating is just ridiculous, and it's especially ridiculous that this filth won an Oscar, but I guess to each his own, or in my case her, so if you found it to be a good movie, that's fine with me. I just didn't take that much of a liking to it at all, and I don't think I ever will.