Monday, February 23, 2009

Madea Goes to Jail **

Tyler Perry's latest addition to the Medea saga includes his patented mix of the outrageous matriarch, her dope-toking spouse Joe, and their dutiful son Brian (all played by Perry himself) along with colorful side characters and a story centered on attractive young people delivering an earnest moral message. There's even an over-the-top scene at a wedding, another staple, and a few topical cameos by figures you'll recognize. It's a winning combination played broadly. Don't expect subtlety; just relax and enjoy the show.

Rated PG-13. 103 minutes. Tyler Perry - Director / Writer (writer) / Producer, Reuben Cannon - Producer, Alexander Gruszynski - Cinematographer, Maysie Hoy - Editor.

Principal actors: Tyler Perry, Derek Luke, Keshia Knight Pulliam, David Mann, Tamala Mann, Ronreaco Lee, Ion Overman, Vanessa Ferlito, and Viola Davis.

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