Imperial Dreams
| Imperial Dreams | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Malik Vitthal |
| Produced by |
Jonathan Schwartz Andrea Sperling Katherine Fairfax Wright |
| Written by |
Malik Vitthal Ismet Prcic |
| Starring |
John Boyega Rotimi Akinosho Keke Palmer Glenn Plummer De'Aundre Bonds Twins-Justin & Ethan Coach |
| Music by | Flying Lotus |
| Cinematography | Monika Lenczewska |
| Edited by | Suzanne Spangler |
Production company |
Super Crispy Entertainment |
| Distributed by | Sundance Channel |
Release dates |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Imperial Dreams is an American drama film written and directed by Malik Vitthal.[1][2] The film had its world premiere at 2014 Sundance Film Festival on January 20, 2014.[3][4] It won the Audience Award at the festival.[5][6]
Plot
A 21-year-old reformed gangster's devotion to his family and his future is put to the test when he is released from prison and returns to his old stomping grounds in Watts, Los Angeles.
Cast
- John Boyega as Bambi
- Rotimi Akinosho as Wayne
- Keke Palmer as Samaara
- Glenn Plummer as Uncle Shrimp
- De'Aundre Bonds as Gideon
- Sufe Bradshaw as Detective Gill
- Jernard Burks as Cornell
- Anika Noni Rose as Miss Price
- Maximiliano Hernández as Detective Hernandez
Reception
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Imperial Dreams received positive reviews from critics. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reports that 83% of 6 film critics have given the film a positive review, with a rating average of 7.5 out of 10.[7]
Geoffrey Berkshire of Variety, in his review called the film "Bighearted yet surprisingly nuanced."[8] Justin Lowe in his review for The Hollywood Reporter praised the film by saying that "An assured debut that stands to connect with a diverse audience."[9] Chase Whale of Indiewire grade the film B+ by saying that "John Boyega first wowed audiences with his dynamite performance in Attack the Block. Once again playing the anti-hero, Imperial Dreams is another victory lap for this young actor, who's going to go on to do big, big things."[10]
References
- ↑ "Sundance 2014: South Central L.A. is the Wild West in 'Imperial Dreams' -- EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS". Retrieved May 7, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance Reveals New Talent John Boyega in 'Imperial Dreams'". Retrieved May 7, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance 2014: The Next <=> Lineup". Retrieved January 18, 2014.
- ↑ "Interview with Imperial Dreams Producer Katherine Fairfax Wright". Retrieved May 7, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance: 'Whiplash' & 'Rich Hill' Win Grand Jury Awards; Dramatic Directing Goes To Cutter Hodierne For 'Fishing Without Nets'". Retrieved January 26, 2014.
- ↑ "'Whiplash' Owns the 2014 Sundance Film Festival Awards Netting Two Top Prizes". Retrieved January 26, 2014.
- ↑ "Imperial Dreams (2014)". Rotten Tomatoes. Flixster. Retrieved May 15, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance Film Review: 'Imperial Dreams'". Retrieved May 7, 2014.
- ↑ "Imperial Dreams: Sundance Review". Retrieved May 7, 2014.
- ↑ "Sundance Review: 'Imperial Dreams' Features A Knockout Performance From 'Attack the Block' Star John Boyega". Retrieved May 7, 2014.