The Best of Enemies is an expertly acted true story drama by Taraji P. Henson and Sam Rockwell that is a solid watch from start to finish. The film is just one of the many films in recent years that has tackled the topic of race and racism in the United States in recent years. It tells it’s true story well, but as far as a film itself other films that have covered the same topic matter like BlackKklansman, The Help and Hidden Figures all were better films. However, this does not mean that this film was bad. I found myself thoroughly engaged for the entire film after having little expectations for it, and would recommend it instantly. But that is mainly thanks to Taraji P. Henson’s and Sam Rockwell’s excellent performances. Both of them have proven themselves over the year to be excellent actors, and this film gives them the right characters and writing to truly excel. Henson is wonderful as Ann Atwater, she is a force to be reckoned with and is captivating for every second she is on screen. Then in the opposite side of the story, Sam Rockwell is brilliant as C.P. Ellis, the leader of his town’s chapter of the KKK who is having a life crisis as everything he believes in is tested. They’re great individually, but watching Henson and Rockwell clash is just as excellent, I actually want to see a sequel following their characters after the conclusion of this story just to see more of their performances and their characters. The film has a heartwarming ending, as you would expect this genre to have, and the fact that is a true story helps restore faith in humanity and knowing that change is possible. Only if more stories like this could happen today instead of ones of hate. So while it’s not the most outstanding take on this topic matter in film history, The Best is Enemies is a great watch thanks to two incredible performances from Taraji P. Henson and Sam Rockwell. 6.5/10 #TheBestofEnemies #TarajiPHenson #SamEockwell #WesBentley #AnneHeche #JohnGallagherJr #moviereview #moviecritic #cinephile #filmreview #cinephilecommunity #filmfamily #filmcommunity