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Fences

"Some people build fences to keep people out, and other people build fences to keep people in."

2016-12-16 Drama 2hr 19m

In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.

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Storyline

In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.

  • Released
    2016-12-16
  • Revenue
    $64,400,000
  • Budget
    $24,000,000
  • Runtime
    2hr 19m
  • Genre
    Drama
  • Status
    Released
  • Language
    English
  • imdb-logo
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  • Production
    Paramount Pictures, Scott Rudin Productions, MACRO, Bron Studios, Escape Artists

Crew

August Wilson
Screenplay
Todd Black
Producer

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Cast

Viola Davis

Viola Davis

Rose Maxson
Jovan Adepo

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Cory Maxson
Russell Hornsby

Russell Hornsby

Lyons Maxson
Mykelti Williamson

Mykelti Williamson

Gabriel Maxson
Saniyya Sidney

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Raynell Maxson
Lesley Boone

Lesley Boone

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Christopher Mele

Christopher Mele

Deputy Commissioner
Jason Silvis

Jason Silvis

Garbage Truck Driver
Tra'Waan Coles

Tra'Waan Coles

Towns person
Joe Fishel

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Parade Marcher
Cara Clark

Cara Clark

Student (uncredited)
Daniel James

Daniel James

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A Review by Rangan 6

Written by Rangan on 2017-06-15

**Trying to be a good husband and father!** It took nearly a decade for Denzel to direct another film and this time it sailed through the... read more

**Trying to be a good husband and father!** It took nearly a decade for Denzel to direct another film and this time it sailed through the Oscars with four nominations and one won out of it. Yeah, it was Viola Davis, who snatched the most prestigious award for her supporting actress role. Originally the film based on the stage play of the same name. It is a drama takes place in the 50s about a hard working family man, Troy. His past was not very good, which makes him a little arrogant when it comes to raining his boy. Marrying Rose was the best ever thing happened in his life. Though it was not a perfect family. The differences between them is what later bring twist and turns in the tale before heading for the final of the final act. A very simple drama on the fine topic. Most of the film was just a conversation or arguments. And most of the film was little slow moving with the very long overall runtime. If you can manage that, you can enjoy it. If you are a drama genre fan, then you will be more than happy for giving it a try. One of the best drama films of the year, yet not the greatest. It's all finger points at the performances. Those magnificent actors displayed magnificent show. Nearly 35 years old screenplay and 70 years old timeline, still looked the same and powerful. Despite the film's success and poured praises, I don't think it is for everyone. Definitely young generations won't enjoy it. It is mainly for families. _6/10_

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A Review by Reno

**Trying to be a good husband and father!** It took nearly a decade for Denzel to direct another film and this time it sailed through the Oscars with four nominations and one won out of it. Yeah, it was Viola Davis, who snatched the most...

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A Review by Rangan 6

Written by Rangan on 2017-06-15

**Trying to be a good husband and father!** It took nearly a decade for Denzel to direct another film and this time it sailed through the Oscars with four nominations and one won out of it. Yeah, i...

read more