Sing Sing (2023) Movie Review

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Sing Sing – Movie Review

First Reaction – Sing Sing shows the impact of long term prison sentences and how people cope.

Watch Sing Sing on Amazon Prime.

ABC Film Challenge – Oscar Nominations – Q (Adrian Quesada, Original Song).

Director: Greg Kwedar

Writer: Clint Bentley, Greg Kwedar (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Colman Domingo (Selma)
  • Clarence Maclin
  • Sean San Jose (Train Dreams)
  • Paul Raci (Sound of Metal)

Divine G, wrongly convicted and serving time at Sing Sing prison, discovers a new sense of hope and belonging by joining a theater group with fellow inmates. The story highlights the strength of the human spirit and how art can change lives.

Runtime: 1 Hour 47 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

The film Sing Sing introduces us to John Divine Whitefield (played by Domingo), a prisoner who maintains his innocence and finds meaning through participating in a theatre group with other inmates serving life sentences.

I’m really captivated by this group of guys coming together. It’s amazing to see them push past whatever issues they have and create something special, knowing they don’t have much time. But honestly, it’s also a bit heartbreaking because they’re running into challenges nobody saw coming.

Verdict on Sing Sing

Recap

This film tells the story of a man who starts a theater program inside a prison. He guides the inmates in creating a new performance, giving them a way to express their feelings and cope with their past actions while serving time.

Best Parts

This film beautifully demonstrates that people, regardless of their past or current circumstances, can unite to create something truly meaningful. The actors deliver fantastic performances, portraying this connection as a healing process rather than simply seeking attention.

Worst Parts

The movie doesn’t put enough focus on the crimes they may or may not have committed.

Final Thoughts –Sing Sing has a good message about coming together.

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2026-02-17 15:38