One Night in Miami

So, there’s absolutely no doubt that this was adapted from a play. Not that that’s a bad thing, but it’s definitely a thing. Regina King handles the four characters adeptly, and the acting is above par. Still, there’s a theatrical vibe, and characters rarely say anything that isn’t totally important. It’s tricky to direct historical characters who were icons. No one ever wants to depict them as being frivolous. Filmmakers manage to strike a good balance between weightiness and casual male interaction. The result is an involving conversation with twists and turmoil – and a window into the private thoughts of the icons. And nevertheless, a great directorial debut from King.