Their Eyes Were Watching God
Oprah Winfrey Presents Their Eyes Were Watching God, the story of a remarkable and resilient woman's quest for love and fulfillment based on the best-selling book by Zora Neale Hurston.
Academy Award winner Halle Berry stars as the beautiful Janie Crawford, who embarks on an emotional and dramatic journey of self-discovery. Refusing to compromise in spite of society's expectations, Janie endures two stifling marriages until finally finding love in a passionate romance with a much younger man. In one of the greatest, most lyrical love stories ever written, Janie experiences all that life has to offer, from unbelievable triumph to unspeakable heartbreak.
Be inspired again and again by this timeless story of passion, romance, and the spirit of true love.
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Surprisingly good - sarad
I don't normally enjoy the "made for tv" movie but I really enjoyed this one. I put it on my ziplist because I like Halle Berry and I really liked the book. I thought that I could always turn it off if it turned out to be bad but I loved it and was surprised at the high production values and the respectful way the film treated the book. So, give it a try--it is worth a look.Sensual Escapism At Its Best - Aurora
I watched this movie four times before returning it. The music and scenery were absolutely captivating. The story relates the experiences of the protagonist, Janie, as she explores the freedom of womanhood outside the bounds of societal expectations. The love affair between her and Tea Cake will absolutely transport you, and soon you will find yourself dancing about to the electric soundtrack.Take the gamble - Kiki
I took a gamble at renting this, you know, cuz Oprah recommends it, and I was very surprised at how much I enjoyed watching it.
Janie Starks is a dreamer that wants nothing more than to explore the world. Many tragic things lead her off her path of exploration, forcing her to despise the life she lives. That is until she meets TK, who takes her on a whirlwind, which ends in tragedy as well.
After all that she has been through in life and death, you can't help but admire everything about Janie Starks.
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Surprisingly good - sarad
I don't normally enjoy the "made for tv" movie but I really enjoyed this one. I put it on my ziplist because I like Halle Berry and I really liked the book. I thought that I could always turn it off if it turned out to be bad but I loved it and was surprised ...Sensual Escapism At Its Best - Aurora
I watched this movie four times before returning it. The music and scenery were absolutely captivating. The story relates the experiences of the protagonist, Janie, as she explores the freedom of womanhood outside the bounds of societal expectations. The love ...Take the gamble - Kiki
I took a gamble at renting this, you know, cuz Oprah recommends it, and I was very surprised at how much I enjoyed watching it.
Janie Starks is a dreamer that wants nothing more than to explore the world. Many tragic things lead her off her path of exploration, ...