Alan Rickman

Film Review: Lee Daniels’ The Butler (2013)

Film Review: Lee Daniels’ The Butler (2013)

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The Butler is a film about response. Cecil’s blending into the background was a form of transformation from the cotton farm way of life he came from. His response was to do whatever it takes to make a better life, however demeaning or full of inequality. Louis’ response to the racism and segregation was to stand up, speak his mind and demand to be heard.