Good Hair 2009
What is Good Hair?
Topic: Film "Good Hair" (2009). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 9, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Chris Rock Entertainment, HBO Films
- Revenue
- $4,163,135
- Genres
- Documentary, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10 from 110 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Chris Rock Entertainment, HBO Films
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Topic: Film "Good Hair" (2009).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Language: English.
Title: Good Hair.
Year: 2009.
Genre: Documentary and Comedy.
Director: Jeff Stilson.
Producers: Chris Rock Productions and HBO Films.
Starring/Narrated by: Chris Rock.
Cast members mentioned: Maya Angelou, Chris Rock, Nia Long.
Release/Premiere: Premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 18, 2009. Limited release in the US by Roadside Attractions.
US Release Date: 10/09/2009.
Rating: PG-13.
Runtime: 1h 36m.
Content/Synopsis: An exposé of comic proportions. Visits beauty salons, hairstyling battles, scientific laboratories, and Indian temples. Explores how hairstyles impact the activities, pocketbooks, sexual relationships, and
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“A gripping exploration of documentary and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Good Hair worth watching?
Good Hair holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 110 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Good Hair and when was it released?
Good Hair is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.
Who directed Good Hair?
Good Hair was directed by Jeff Stilson.
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