The plot was interesting, motivating and engaging. It showed how driven and dedicated Madam C.J. Walker was in a man’s world and how difficult it was for people of color to strike out on their own, especially for women, who were encouraged to stay in their place and not make any noise.
The acting from the entire cast and character development were great. You really could connect to and understand each of the major players in this series. Octavia Spencer did a fabulous job in the lead role. She brought strength, grace and power to this character. Tiffany Haddish was also impressive and refreshing in this more serious role as Madam C.J. Walker's daughter, Lelia. Additionally, among the rest of the cast, it was inspirational to see such a variety of beautiful Black men and women, a number of actors who I had never seen on screen before. I also thought that the set design, costumes and hair were all appropriate for the era.
I was not a fan of the soundtrack; it was too modern for a timeline set in the late 1800s. There should have been more big band and less Hip-Hop and R&B. Also, I can also see the criticism that came with the light-skinned Black people portrayed as the villains, I think if there was a bit more diversity in the casting in this area, it would have been more acceptable by some of the critics.
Though perhaps not entirely historically accurate, due to some artistic licenses, this mini-series was still believable and a story worth telling. If you are looking for something that roots for the underdog; that will make you feel prideful, something that is easy to follow and binge worthy, this is the one for you.
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