Actor, filmmaker and author Tyler Perry.
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Tyler Perry's latest movie, The Six Triple Eight, released on December 20 on Netflix, is quickly becoming one of his most celebrated projects.
The movie tells the powerful and often untold story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, the only all-Black Women's Army Corps (WAC) unit stationed in Europe during World War II.
The movie has struck a chord with audiences, showcasing the incredible bravery and resilience of the women who made up the 6888th Battalion, tasked with sorting and delivering a staggering backlog of 17 million pieces of mail that had accumulated for months. Their mission was simple but critical, ensuring soldiers on the frontlines could hear from their loved ones during the war. However, the journey was anything but simple.
This movie is a powerful reminder of the contributions of these women, whose story had been largely overlooked in the historical narrative. Starring an all-star cast, including Kerry Washington, Susan Sarandon, Sam Waterston, and Oprah Winfrey, The Six Triple Eight has captured the hearts of viewers and critics alike.
On social media, fans of the film have been vocal about their admiration for the movie.
“Tyler Perry, Kerry Washington, Oprah Winfrey, and the entire cast and crew of #TheSixTripleEight deserve a standing ovation,” said @BattyMatilda on X (formerly Twitter). “There are so many hidden figures about whom we will never know. Continue to unearth their stories.”
Others have hailed the film for its storytelling and the emotional depth of its performances. @LadyM1306 described it as “the best movie of 2024,” adding, “Remarkable true story about women who were thought to be nothing but useless.”
The accolades have not been limited to just the general public. @poepicasso reflected on Tyler Perry’s career, noting the challenges he’s faced as a director and the praise The Six Triple Eight has garnered. “Peace to Tyler Perry,” they tweeted. “I’ve seen our community sling mud at son for on-screen tropes & portrayal of Black talent for 20+ years — I hope the same energy for vitriol is extended to applaud him for The Six Triple Eight. Glad he waited to amass his own studio to tell this story.”
Many have also praised Perry for tapping into his full potential as a storyteller, including @Dee_Sue, who said, “I think we have finally discovered Tyler Perry's strength... I hope he produces more films like this because it has been a while since he released something this good.”
The emotional impact of The Six Triple Eight has not been lost on viewers. @tsvillanelle tweeted, “The Six Triple Eight was absolutely phenomenal, the cast was incredible, and what a heartbreaking story to tell. I cried from start to finish.”
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