Viola Davis Feels Betrayed by ‘The Help’: ‘It Was Created in the Cesspool of Systemic Racism’
Two years after admitting she regrets acting in “The Help,” Davis remains just as critical of the Oscar-winning drama.
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Bryce Dallas Howard: ‘We Can All Go Further’ Than Streaming ‘The Help’ Right Now
Howard admits the 2011 drama is “told through the perspective of a white character and was created by predominantly white storytellers.”
As ‘The Help’ Goes #1 on Netflix, Critics Speak Out and Offer Better Movies to Stream
Even Viola Davis has called the film problematic and has expressed regrets over starring in it.
At-Home Viewers Seek Out Films About the Black Experience, from ‘Just Mercy’ to ‘Waves’
Why is “The Help” currently #1 on Netflix’s most-viewed movies list? We have some answers.
Viola Davis Shares Regrets Over Acting in ‘The Help’: The ‘Voices of the Maids’ Weren’t Heard
Davis earned an Oscar nomination for her role in Tate Taylor’s 2011 drama.
10 Versatile Performances That Prove Jessica Chastain’s an Heir to Meryl Streep
10 Versatile Performances That Prove Jessica Chastain’s an Heir to Meryl Streep
Watch: Chadwick Boseman Channels James Brown in ‘Get On Up’ Trailer
Watch: Chadwick Boseman Channels James Brown in ‘Get On Up’ Trailer
Stream Them Now: Watch 48 Oscar-Winning Best Supporting Actress Performances Online
Stream Them Now: Watch 48 Oscar-Winning Best Supporting Actress Performances Online
The Mix: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Gets Fully Expected PG-13 Rating; Katy Perry Was Eyeing A Role In ‘The Help’ & More
The Mix: ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Gets Fully Expected PG-13 Rating; Katy Perry Was Eyeing A Role In ‘The Help’ & More
In Their Own Words: The Complete 2012 Oscar Acceptance Speeches
In Their Own Words: The Complete 2012 Oscar Acceptance Speeches
Octavia Spencer Says She’s Writing Something For Melissa McCarthy, Describes Her ‘Lamb Of God’ Character While Campaigning For ‘The Help’
Octavia Spencer Says She’s Writing Something For Melissa McCarthy, Describes Her ‘Lamb Of God’ Character While Campaigning For ‘The Help’
‘Man On A Ledge’ Star Anthony Mackie Was “Excited Beyond Belief” To Play Jimi Hendrix In Paul Greengrass’ Aborted Biopic
‘Man On A Ledge’ Star Anthony Mackie Was “Excited Beyond Belief” To Play Jimi Hendrix In Paul Greengrass’ Aborted Biopic
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