Not Easily Broken (Rating: 6)

I saw an advanced screening of this movie with one group that had won tickets from B96, and another preparing to celebrate Black History month in February. The cultural biased definitely made the viewing more enjoyable! The story is about a young black couple getting married and the challenges that arise as they build their lives together.

Dave Johnson (Morris Chestnut) has a promising career ahead of him in the big leagues as a professional ball player until he tears his ACL sliding into home to end his rookie season. His wife, Clarice (Taraji P. Henson), is a hot shot real estate mogul. Clarice is the clear breadwinner in the family, which is acceptable, but she intensifies stress levels by wanting to call all the shots because of it. Much to Dave's dismay, Clarice doesn't want to have children yet, because her career is more important. With her cackling mother (Jenifer Lewis) by her side, blaming all marital issues on poor Dave, the relationship begins to deteriorate.

The couple gets into a car accident which injures Clarice's leg to the point where she needs months of rehabilitation. She and her mother blame Dave for her injuries because he was late in getting home. Dave channels his frustrations by spending more time with his friends, and coaching his little league baseball team. Dave also finds relief in developing a relationship with Clarice's Caucasian physical therapist.

I didn't know what to expect when I saw this film, not having viewed a trailer. I left the theatre reminiscing about my own life, and the messages delivered in this film. It's a good story enhanced with plenty of humor and drama. There are some unexpected tear-jerking moments too. It's a good date movie, and I just happened to be on a date myself when I viewed it. I give the movie a 6 out of 10.

Watch the trailer here: