Tessa Thompson's best movies reveal the career trend of socially conscious movies with thoughtful commentary on racism and the Black experience in America, whether they are comedies or dramas.
Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Tessa Thompson first made a name for herself in independent movies, but she soon became one of the most sought after actors in Hollywood. Today, Thompson is perhaps best-known for her roles in the Creed franchise and the MCU. These movies only show a glimpse of her talent, as most of her best work is still in less widespread films, such as Little Woods and Sylvie's Love.
Creed III doesn't focus as heavily on Bianca, with the relationship between Donnie and his childhood friend taking center stage. Creed IV should refocus on Bianca, especially with Donnie retired and Amara looking like she could develop into an aspiring boxer too. Creed has been Tessa Thompson's most successful franchise, considering her limited role in the MCU and the failure of Men in Black: International.
Dear White People confronts anyone who thinks that racism is no longer an issue in American society. The movie inspired a Netflix show of the same name which ran for four seasons, and this continued to satirize ignorant ideas of a post-racial America. Thompson's performance is a clever blend of social outrage and weary humor. Her character is in the eye of the storm at Winchester University, and she is even rejected by some people she expected to be her closest allies.
Little Woods showcases Thompson's captivating skills as a dramatic actor, even if these skills sometimes get crowded out by other factors when she joins massive franchises. The indie drama works because of Thompson's dynamic with Lily James. The duo have the same fierce devotion and explosive arguments as real siblings, and their bond comes across as genuine. Without such stellar performances, Little Woods would struggle to summon enough dramatic thrust to carry its dark story.
Tessa Thompson plays Cash's girlfriend, Detroit, an artist and activist with a collection of bold earrings who refuses to change herself for any corporate gain. Sorry to Bother You's bizarre twist ending has contributed to the movie's cult following, but there's also a lot to enjoy in the hour and a half preceding it. Sorry to Bother You examines the intersection between capitalism and race, before turning into something much harder to pin down.
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