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Fences (2016)
Director: Denzel Washington
Cast: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jovan Adepo
Runtime139 min
Rating12A
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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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Fences (2016) is a critically acclaimed drama directed by Denzel Washington. The film received numerous awards and nominations, including Oscar wins for Best Actor (Denzel Washington) and Best Supporting Actress (Viola Davis). With an IMDb rating of 7.2 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 93%, the film has been well-received by both critics and audiences.
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Fences (2016), directed by Denzel Washington and starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis, is a powerful and gripping drama that delves deep into the complexities of family, race, and the personal struggles of a man trying to navigate the constraints of his circumstances. The film's exceptional performances, particularly from Washington and Davis, bring a palpable emotional depth to the story, making it a must-see for fans of character-driven dramas and thoughtful, nuanced explorations of the human condition.
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Fences is a 2016 American period drama film directed and co-produced by Denzel Washington from a screenplay by August Wilson, based on his 1985 play. It stars Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jovan Adepo, Russell Hornsby, Mykelti Williamson, and Saniyya Sidney. It follows a working-class African-American father who tries to raise his family in the 1950s, while coming to terms with the events of his life.
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