Funny Valentines | |
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Directed by | Julie Dash |
Screenplay by | Ron Stacker Thompson Ashley Tyler Amy Schor Ferris |
Based on | Funny Valentines by J. California Cooper |
Produced by | Scott White |
Starring | Alfre Woodard |
Cinematography | Karl Herrmann |
Edited by | Hibah Frisina |
Music by | Stanley Clarke |
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Distributed by | Starz! Pictures |
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Running time | 108 minutes |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Funny Valentines is a 1999 American drama film directed by Julie Dash and starring Alfre Woodard. [1] It is based on J. California Cooper's short story of the same name. [2] The film was produced by Starz! Pictures and released in selected theatres and later premiered on cable television. [3]
Looking to escape a troubled marriage, a woman returns to her hometown, where she repairs a broken friendship with her cousin and finds true happiness.
Filming occurred in Wilmington, North Carolina. [2] This is the second movie co-starring Alfre Woodard and Loretta Devine after Down in the Delta.
The film and performances received positive reviews from critics. Laura Fries from the Variety magazine wrote in her review: "Director Julie Dash fosters a real sense of affection for these characters. [4] [5] Like her film debut, “Daughters in the Dust,” Dash provides a lush atmosphere, creating a visual treat with intricate flashback sequences and inviting locations." [2]
At The 2000 Black Reel Awards the film received five nominations.