Starring: Denzel Washington, Ray Allen, Rosario Dawson, Milla Jovovich, Hill Harper, Ned Beatty, Jim Brown, John Tuturro, Rick Fox
Directed By: Spike Lee
Plot: Jake (Washington) is serving time in prison for the accidental murder of his wife when he’s offered the opportunity to get out for a week, and possibly have his time reduced, if he can get his son (Allen), the top high school prospect in the country, to choose the alma mater of the governor.
What Works: Denzel is terrific in this film. Of course, he’s almost always terrific It’s a heartfelt performance, and he ...