Southside With You

Richard Tanne, a first-time writer/director, recreates the early days of the Obamas' relationship with the solemnity of a king and queen - and the tenderness of a few romance flicks. You may as well be lurking in the back of the car of Barack's old beat-up automobile and listening to their conversations; o standing next to them at the cinema while they saw "Do The Right Thing" by Spike Lee; Or sitting in the rear of a community hall when one of Barack's first stirring speeches was delivered, and Michelle was impressed by his charisma.

Southside With You takes you back to 1989, on a scorching summer day/night in Chicago's South Side. In the middle of that extreme heat, the African-American community, which has existed for decades, confronts issues it still faces today.

Southside With You powerfully depicts Barack and Michelle's developing affection. It also displays to all of us a courting relationship between two educated African-Americans - the type of connections that Hollywood seldom presents in its movies. It is indeed a charming and affectionate film that will sweep you off your feet!

Year of Release: 2016

Star: Tika Sumpter, Parker Sawyers

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 92%