The Express Review

My husband and I were debating about what to do on Saturday night, and when I found out The Express was out in theaters, I got so excited. I was really jazzed up to see the movie.

The Express, starring Dennis Quaid and Rob Brown, is a biographical movie telling the story of the first black college football player to win the Heisman Trophy-- Ernie David (played by Rob Brown)

I have to say, there were so many times in The Express that I was angry... really angry. I just cant believe that there was a time in American history where we thought it was right to treat people of "color" so poorly. Not letting the black players into the hotels, not letting the MVP of the  game attend the trophy ceremony because it was at a "whites only" country club..... the list goes on and on. And, my anger mounted in the movie. (Although, I will admit that the movie did not incent anger.... I just felt that way personally!)

I was embarassed. I was really embarassed. But, I was proud too. I was proud that we now live in a society where rascism like that doesnt exist (thank GOD!). And, more importantly, we have a presidential candidate that is black and winning the support of people of all races, ethnicites and backgrounds. And, for that, I am truly proud. Most of America can now see the good in people despite their skin color.

The Express is a great movie. I would definitely go see it.