Drama,Romance,Crime
United States of America
If Beale Street Could Talk is a 2018 romantic drama film directed and written by Barry Jenkins, based on the novel of the same name by James Baldwin. The film tells the story of Tish (KiKi Layne), a young African-American woman who is in love with her childhood friend Fonny (Stephan James). When Fonny is falsely accused and arrested for rape, Tish discovers she is pregnant with his child. With the help of her family, including her mother (Regina King) and sister (Teyonah Parris), Tish embarks on a mission to prove Fonny's innocence and secure his release from prison before their child is born. The film explores themes of racial injustice, love, and family bonds, and features stunning cinematography and a touching score. If Beale Street Could Talk was critically acclaimed, receiving numerous awards and nominations, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Regina King.
