Talk to Me (2007) Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
Don Cheadle stars as outspoken ex-convict and iconic radio personality Ralph Waldo "Petey" Greene in a powerful biopic detailing the life and career of a media figure whose voice instilled the black community with hope during the turbulent 1960s. After talking his way onto the Washington, D.C. airwaves in the era of free love, a man emboldened by the inspirational soul music and rapidly expanding social consciousness that defined the decade openly courts controversy as his put-upon producer, Dewey Hughes (Chiwetel Ejiofor), runs interference. - Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Theatrical Release Date:
07/13/2007
DVD Release Date:
08/02/2009
Rating:
R
MPAA Reasons:
for pervasive language and some sexual content.
Run Time:
118 min.
Distributor(s):
Focus Features
Director(s):
Genre(s):
Themes:
Members of the Press, Going Straight, Race Relations
Tone:
Intimate, Wry, Reflective, Confrontational, Talky, Irreverent
Keywords:
Black [race], DJ, community, controversy, ex-convict, race-relations, radio-personality
Country of Origin:
USA - Limited (07-13-2007)
Language:
English
Status:
DVD
