Tina - What's Love Got To Do With It
1993
The true story of Tina Turner's rocky road to stardom and her abusive relationship with domineering husband Ike. Outstanding, gutsy performances by the leads. Academy Award Nominations: Best Actress--Angela Bassett, Best Actor--Laurence Fishburne. Read more
| Starring | Angela Bassett, Laurence Fishburne, Tina Turner |
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| Director | Brian Gibson |
| Genres | Drama |
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Critics' reviews (6)
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As you would expect of a film based on the autobiography I, Tina and on which Tina Turner herself acted as on-set adviser, this is hardly the most objective showbiz biopic of all time. While Angela Bassett should be applauded for her beautifully observed portrait of the singing superstar, perhaps greater credit should be given to Laurence Fishburne for his warts-and-all performance as Ike, the man who, for all his faults, put Tina in the spotlight. Both stars deserved their Oscar nominations for virtually carrying a picture that looks and sounds great, but is a little oversimplified dramatically.
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Excellent performances by the two leads, some well-staged musical numbers and marital rows and lusty singing by Tina Turner herself make this a better than average picture of its kind.
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"...A passionate and professional drama that hits both the high and low notes of an extraordinary life and career. An immensely enjoyable saga..."
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Most helpful members' reviews (3)
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4 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Great!
I thought this film was great. To watch someone go through all that pain and hurt then come out on top is amazing. It is a film that I would definitely watch again.
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful
Absolutely Brillant
Can't say anything bad about this film. Angela Bassett makes you believe she is Tina Turner from her voice to her stage routine that is so Tina.
One of my favourites even second time round. -
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
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The fact that Tina Turner herself acted as 'on-set advisor' for this film comes as a small surprise. While this isn't an attempt to condone or even justify Ike Turner's violent behaviour, Tina does emerge from the film as a beatific presence - with a great voice. Ultimately, it's an uplifting film, chronicling Turner's rise to fame, dip into onscurity and back again. What could have been soggy TV-movie-of-the-week territory is kept taut and intriguing by director Brian Gibson. The attention to period detail and the staging of the concert song numbers is spectacular, and the story is injected with just enough humour to keep the more harrowing scenes from appearing sensationalised. The real draw here is the acting, though. There was never any doubt that Laurence Fishburne was a great screen presence and a fine actor. Here, his Oscar nominated Ike Turner is a well-rounded creation, given much more depth than the script might have suggested. Angela Bassett carries the film with panache and style. Much more than a canny impersonation, her Tina is real, rooted and determined. A genuinely head-turning performance, without being too showy, her Oscar nomination is well deserved. All in all, a classy biopic with some great acting.
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Most recent members' reviews (2)
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1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
Good Movie!!!
I had already seen this film but had rented it again so my girlfriend could watch it ...Not much I can add along with some of the positive reviews here but there are some outstanding performances from Laurence Fishburne and Jacquline Bissett who really made this film.You do begin to appreciate Tina Turner as a recording Artist after you have witnessed what she has been through as well as accomplished in her entire recording career...
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
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The fact that Tina Turner herself acted as 'on-set advisor' for this film comes as a small surprise. While this isn't an attempt to condone or even justify Ike Turner's violent behaviour, Tina does emerge from the film as a beatific presence - with a great voice. Ultimately, it's an uplifting film, chronicling Turner's rise to fame, dip into onscurity and back again. What could have been soggy TV-movie-of-the-week territory is kept taut and intriguing by director Brian Gibson. The attention to period detail and the staging of the concert song numbers is spectacular, and the story is injected with just enough humour to keep the more harrowing scenes from appearing sensationalised. The real draw here is the acting, though. There was never any doubt that Laurence Fishburne was a great screen presence and a fine actor. Here, his Oscar nominated Ike Turner is a well-rounded creation, given much more depth than the script might have suggested. Angela Bassett carries the film with panache and style. Much more than a canny impersonation, her Tina is real, rooted and determined. A genuinely head-turning performance, without being too showy, her Oscar nomination is well deserved. All in all, a classy biopic with some great acting.
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4 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Great!
I thought this film was great. To watch someone go through all that pain and hurt then come out on top is amazing. It is a film that I would definitely watch again.
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful
Absolutely Brillant
Can't say anything bad about this film. Angela Bassett makes you believe she is Tina Turner from her voice to her stage routine that is so Tina.
One of my favourites even second time round. -
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
Or
The fact that Tina Turner herself acted as 'on-set advisor' for this film comes as a small surprise. While this isn't an attempt to condone or even justify Ike Turner's violent behaviour, Tina does emerge from the film as a beatific presence - with a great voice. Ultimately, it's an uplifting film, chronicling Turner's rise to fame, dip into onscurity and back again. What could have been soggy TV-movie-of-the-week territory is kept taut and intriguing by director Brian Gibson. The attention to period detail and the staging of the concert song numbers is spectacular, and the story is injected with just enough humour to keep the more harrowing scenes from appearing sensationalised. The real draw here is the acting, though. There was never any doubt that Laurence Fishburne was a great screen presence and a fine actor. Here, his Oscar nominated Ike Turner is a well-rounded creation, given much more depth than the script might have suggested. Angela Bassett carries the film with panache and style. Much more than a canny impersonation, her Tina is real, rooted and determined. A genuinely head-turning performance, without being too showy, her Oscar nomination is well deserved. All in all, a classy biopic with some great acting.
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful
AWESOME!
If you haven't seen this movie, RENT IT NOW! A truly powerful telling of the life of Tina Turner, played brilliantly by Angela Bassett. At times very difficult to watch without cringing, at times amusing. I couldn't help punching my fist in the air when Tina triumphed against all odds to become the person she is today. Laurence Fishburne is brilliant in this too! Tina Turner is one of today's most much-loved superstars and as this film proves, she deserves everything it all after what life has thrown at her. A remarkable movie! TOP MARKS!
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1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
Good Movie!!!
I had already seen this film but had rented it again so my girlfriend could watch it ...Not much I can add along with some of the positive reviews here but there are some outstanding performances from Laurence Fishburne and Jacquline Bissett who really made this film.You do begin to appreciate Tina Turner as a recording Artist after you have witnessed what she has been through as well as accomplished in her entire recording career...
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It was quite harrowing at times, but the fact that it was a true story made it all the more compelling.
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Great Film
A Great Film from the start to finish
you will want to watch this film over and over again -
Brillant film
its brillant film about Tina Turner's real film, how did she got famous and that, family , through with husband's violent, good story drama, great music! :P
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Good movie
What a film, It makes you see Tina Turner in a different light. Definitely a strong character to cope with what she had to get through. Harrowing but well worth a watch.
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A Violent, Powerful and Emotional True Story
I was advised to rent this film but I was rather unsure whether to or not - I'm not a huge fan of Tina Turner. But this film made me see her in a completely different light - realising how strong she must have been to get through Ike's very public humiliation, violence and torture. A true story of Tina's life - many violent, powerful and very emotional scenes - my house mate couldn't watch the whole film because it upset her so much. Fantastic acting. A must see, please!
Critics' reviews (6)
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As you would expect of a film based on the autobiography I, Tina and on which Tina Turner herself acted as on-set adviser, this is hardly the most objective showbiz biopic of all time. While Angela Bassett should be applauded for her beautifully observed portrait of the singing superstar, perhaps greater credit should be given to Laurence Fishburne for his warts-and-all performance as Ike, the man who, for all his faults, put Tina in the spotlight. Both stars deserved their Oscar nominations for virtually carrying a picture that looks and sounds great, but is a little oversimplified dramatically.
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Excellent performances by the two leads, some well-staged musical numbers and marital rows and lusty singing by Tina Turner herself make this a better than average picture of its kind.
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"...A passionate and professional drama that hits both the high and low notes of an extraordinary life and career. An immensely enjoyable saga..."
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Tina Turner's story is like the song: river deep, mountain high - a tale of ambition, talent, desire; drugs, violence... read more on Time Out
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"...Broad, savvy, entertaining....[Bassett] transforms herself memorably..."
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"...Angela Bassett's Tina is one helluva Proud Mary..." - Recommended
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