Fences

Some people build fences to keep people out, and other people build fences to keep people in.

6.9
20162h 19m

In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.

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Trailers & Videos

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Trailer 2

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Teaser Trailer

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UK Trailer 1

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"Same Spot As You" Full Scene

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Ruben Santiago-Hudson announces FENCES for AFI Movie Club

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Denzel Washington on making Fences

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Viola Davis wins Best Supporting Actress | 89th Oscars (2017)

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Denzel proud of 'Fences' Oscar nominations

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Viola Davis wins Supporting Actress | BAFTA Film Awards 2017

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Academy Conversations: Fences

Cast

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Viola Davis

Rose Maxson

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Jovan Adepo

Cory Maxson

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Russell Hornsby

Lyons Maxson

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Mykelti Williamson

Gabriel Maxson

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Saniyya Sidney

Raynell Maxson

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Lesley Boone

Evangelist Preacher

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Christopher Mele

Deputy Commissioner

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Joe Fishel

Parade Marcher

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Cara Clark

Student (uncredited)

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Daniel James

Jaywalking Pedestrian (uncredited)

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Reviews

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Reno

6/10

**Trying to be a good husband and father!**

It took nearly a decade for Denzel to direct another film and this time it sailed through the Oscars with four nominations and one won out of it. Yeah, it was Viola Davis, who snatched the most prestigious award for her supporting actress role. Originally the film based on the stage play of the same name. It is a drama takes place in the 50s about a hard working family man, Troy. His past was not very good, which makes him a little arrogant when it comes to raining his boy. Marrying Rose was the best ever thing happened in his life. Though it was not a perfect family. The differences between them is what later bring twist and turns in the tale before heading for the final of the final act.

A very simple drama on the fine topic. Most of the film was just a conversation or arguments. And most of the film was little slow moving with the very long overall runtime. If you can manage that, you can enjoy it. If you are a drama genre fan, then you will be more than happy for giving it a try. One of the best drama films of the year, yet not the greatest. It's all finger points at the performances. Those magnificent actors displayed magnificent show. Nearly 35 years old screenplay and 70 years old timeline, still looked the same and powerful. Despite the film's success and poured praises, I don't think it is for everyone. Definitely young generations won't enjoy it. It is mainly for families.

_6/10_

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