On the night of February 18th, 2009 Lionsgate Films rolled out the red carpet at New York’s own AMC Lincoln Square Theater for the premiere of Tyler Perry’s new film “Madea Goes To Jail”. Besides the film’s cast which includes Perry, Keisha Knight Pulliam and Derek Luke in the lead roles; many well known celebrities such as Mary J. Blige, Ray J, Monica, and newcomer Naturi Naughton(who recently gave a breakthrough performance as Lil Kim in “Notorious“) all made appearances at the premiere.
In this latest Madea film in the series; Madea is finally sent away to serve hard time in jail after running from the police for many years and a high speed car chase through Atlanta. While at the same time Candy, who is a prostitute gets sent to jail as well where she befriends Madea, and is inspired by Madea’s wisdom and mentorship to help turn her life around, and make a change. The film is based on Tyler Perry’s 2006 play of the same name. Judge Greg Mathis, Dr. Phil McGraw, and Judge Mablean Ephriam all make cameo appearances in the film.
When I asked singer/actress Naturi Naughton what does she believe is the impact that Tyler Perry’s films has on the African American community, she simply said, “ He(Tyler) has made a huge impact on the African American community; he touches on so many issues that we can relate to.” I also asked Tyler himself what message would he like the viewers to receive from this particular Madea film and he stated, “ Forgiveness; learning how to forgive yourself and others.”
In this latest Madea film in the series; Madea is finally sent away to serve hard time in jail after running from the police for many years and a high speed car chase through Atlanta. While at the same time Candy, who is a prostitute gets sent to jail as well where she befriends Madea, and is inspired by Madea’s wisdom and mentorship to help turn her life around, and make a change. The film is based on Tyler Perry’s 2006 play of the same name. Judge Greg Mathis, Dr. Phil McGraw, and Judge Mablean Ephriam all make cameo appearances in the film.
When I asked singer/actress Naturi Naughton what does she believe is the impact that Tyler Perry’s films has on the African American community, she simply said, “ He(Tyler) has made a huge impact on the African American community; he touches on so many issues that we can relate to.” I also asked Tyler himself what message would he like the viewers to receive from this particular Madea film and he stated, “ Forgiveness; learning how to forgive yourself and others.”
By: Kadeem Lundy
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