Taryn Finley is the Editor of HuffPost Black Voices where she manages and produces content to inform, empower and amplify black audiences and highlight why our stories matter. Previously, she has worked at The Root, Essence, NBC and Radio One.
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In the film, Colman Domingo portrays John “Divine G” Whitfield, a man who was wrongfully convicted of a crime and goes on to help lead RTA while fighting for his freedom. Though Domingo gives a stellar, Oscar-worthy performance, the men formerly of Sing Sing’s RTA often steal the spotlight. That includes Jon-Adrian Velazquez, Sean “Dino” Johnson, David “Dap” Giraudy and Patrick “Preme” Griffin, who all play themselves.Clarence “Divine Eye” Maclin stars opposite Domingo.
Though the film does have a few heavy moments that could move the most stoic to tears, the joyous scenes take priority. Grown men are seen dancing, laughing, playing pretend and showing each other affection as a means to fight for their liberation — and humanity. “This is a movie where a majority of the cast has direct lived experience. They’re alumni of this program and they were able to work within this story and bring their full selves to it with all its complexity and all of its beauty. And to bear witness to that, to be in the room for that, was unforgettable,” Kwedar said.
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