Crazy Sexy Cool: The TLC Story

October. 21,2013      
Rating:
7.4
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Trailer Synopsis Cast

TLC's humble beginnings in Atlanta quickly led to an unprecedented rise to fame in the 1990's as one of the world's most talented, celebrated and highest-selling female groups of all time. Through very public and high profile success, turmoil and tragedy, TLC left an indelible stamp of female empowerment that changed the face of the music industry forever.

Keke Palmer as  Rozanda 'Chilli' Thomas
Rochelle Aytes as  Perri 'Pebbles' Reid
Drew Sidora as  Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins
Niatia 'Lil Mama' Kirkland as  Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes
Evan Ross as  Dallas Austin
Carl Anthony Payne II as  Antonio 'L.A.' Reid
E. Roger Mitchell as  Hospital Doctor
Donny Boaz as  Bill Diggins
Brave Williams as  Singer
Tasia Sherel as  Chilli's Mom

Reviews

Perry Kate
2013/10/21

Very very predictable, including the post credit scene !!!

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Glimmerubro
2013/10/22

It is not deep, but it is fun to watch. It does have a bit more of an edge to it than other similar films.

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Gutsycurene
2013/10/23

Fanciful, disturbing, and wildly original, it announces the arrival of a fresh, bold voice in American cinema.

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Kamila Bell
2013/10/24

This is a coming of age storyline that you've seen in one form or another for decades. It takes a truly unique voice to make yet another one worth watching.

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mattkratz
2013/10/25

As far as biopics go, this was one of the better ones. I liked learning about the group and its origins, including seeing things I had known about and seeing thing I hadn't. I liked the recreations of the videos, seeing them meet, the auditions for the record company, their first going out on the road, Left Eye displaying her "crazy" personality (including acting out in the bars and burning down Andre Rison's house), and the bandmates' reactions to her tragic death. I think this was pretty accurate and well made with excellent performances and good concert scenes.*** out of ****

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charli527
2013/10/26

While true fans won't be able to help themselves from wanting even more (an extended miniseries with more actual performance footage as TLC and the opportunities when they performed solo i.e T-Boz Touch Myself, Left Eye Ladies Night etc. or collaborations with other artist, the effort and end result of the VH1 TLC bio film must be applauded for its authentic feel. Viewers will double take and squint to determine if actual footage is being intertwined with new cast scenes. Ariana Neal rapping for her Dad as little Lisa with the big twists in her hair resembles and performs so well. It is clear all the talent studied footage and made good use of the time they got to spend with T-Boz & Chilli and gave it their all.Hopefully the film will be made available commercial free for permanent download purchase and in stores with extended commentary and footage (concert, TV and movies i.e House Party; performances "b&w" checkered outfit medley of songs, too much booty in the pants & the last performance with Lisa in the ripped jean dresses+ videos...it would make a crazy sexy cool Christmas gift (Sleigh Ride).

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donjuanpoet
2013/10/27

Well, when I turned this film on I expected a VH1 movie. This movie was both directed and cast good enough to be on the BIG SCREEN. That is comparing this film to some of the TURDS I have seen this year. The actor was awesome, the casting was awesome. The casting was so good you forget what the real artists look like by the end of the first few minutes. To avoid ruining anything I will not give my opinion on the trails that the group faced but WATCH this film. If you avoid this movie because you feel on way or another about the music please don't. I was never a TLC fan and can not truly call myself one after seeing the film but I can say I now appreciate their art.

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tanishia-allen
2013/10/28

I enjoyed the film. It's honestly sad to see how the music industry can mess with people that have dreams of becoming a superstar. It shows how it can be a tough ride in a crazy music world. Decent!!I think they did a good job of casting the girls. It showed everything from Love to torn friendships to Family. I really enjoyed how the showed the relationships the ladies went through. I like how honest chilli was with her story in this movie. I was surprised at how little LA Reid played in this movie. Carl Payne didn't really have too many lines in this film, I would have expected more since he was part of the bigger picture. I would have thought they would have also included Babyface. Overall it's a solid movie that anyone watching will enjoy.

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