Gosh, I really wanted to love this movie. April and Sandino then hold a block party for their reception with Tanya singing "Good Woman Down", dedicated to April, then you see the new couple embracing and kissing each other. What is 'I Can Do Bad All By Myself' about? Vianne's niece, Keisha, is also staying with Madea. April and Sandino then hold a block party for their reception with Tanya singing "Good Woman Down", dedicated to April, then the new couple is shown embracing and sharing a passionate kiss. 2009. However, he is sleeping and shrugs her off. Maylee and Vianne then get into a spat of their own. The film was directed, produced, and written by Tyler Perry,[3] who also makes an appearance in the film as his signature character Madea. One Sunday morning, Sandino eagerly knocks on April's bedroom door to get April ready for church, but Randy threatens to kill Sandino if he continues to spend time with April. ==Differences from the stage play==* Tyler Perry's famous characters, Mr. Brown and Cora, had main roles in the stage play; they are absent in the film. Comedy, The acting was fine I like Taraj P Henson she was good in this movie. Jennifer and April begin to get along and connect after April tells Jennifer about her bad experience as a child. Watchlist. And I don't need no one to hang around and make me frown just makes me look older. One Sunday morning, Sandino eagerly knocks on April's bedroom door to get April ready for church, but Randy threatens to kill Sandino if he continues to spend time with April. What they don't realize is that they're the ones who need her help. Madea gets a call from an Eric Jones offering Bobby a job and relays the message to Bobby and Vianne. 3,924 IMDb 4.6 1 h 53 min 2009. Copyright Fandango. Madea offers her unique brand of help when a selfish alcoholic singer's life is turned upside down by the arrival of her late sister's three neglected kids and a kindhearted handyman. April goes to the bar for a drink and blames the incident on herself for not seeing the signs. Tyler Perry's I Can Do Bad All by Myself is a 1999 American stage play written, directed and produced by and starring Tyler Perry. Bow your head. That's not how Mama Rose used to do it. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Bobby debates whether to stay or take the job offer in California. Cora is mentioned briefly by Madea, but Mr. Brown is neither seen or mentioned. Stream It Or Skip It: 'A Sunday Affair' on Netflix, a Lukewarm Nollywood Love-Triangle Drama. Here's who stars in the movie. Reuben Cannon, $51.7M, Runtime: Keisha's mother, Maylee shows up to her school wearing a blond wig and a mini-skirt, embarrassing Keisha. As well as releasing 13 studio albums, Blige has starred in films such asPrison Song,Rock Of Ages,Betty And Coretta and Black Nativity. If you like tyler perry and his movies then you'll like I can do bad all by myself, Sign in to rate and Watchlist for personalized recommendations. It is the fifth film in the Madea franchise. The cast members of I Can Do Bad All by Myself have been in many other movies, so use this list as a starting point to find actors or actresses that you may not be familiar with. April is devastated by the news and seeks comfort from Randy, however he is sleeping and shrugs off April's attempt to seek comfort. Release Dates Coming Soon. He shows her by kissing her. Rescued by a benevolent pastor, the kids (and April) must decide if they want to accept the church's help. Mary J. Blige - I Can Do Bad All By Myself - 2009. Stay up-to-date on all the latest Rotten Tomatoes news! As always, Madea's cockeyed outlook on life saves the day and guarantees side-splitting laughs along the way. When Madea (Tyler Perry) catches three young siblings raiding her home, she takes matters into her own hands and delivers the children to their only relative: Aunt April (Taraji P. Henson). 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I Can Do Bad All By Myself P 02. Tensions blow soon after when Anthony starts insulting Vianne. Maylee insists she have an abortion. Tyler Perry Studios, Atlanta, Georgia, USA. She was Oscar nominated for her role in Mudbound and stars inPower Book II: Ghost. Both Madea and Vianne find him very attractive, though Vianne would not like to admit it. She is the voice behind thetheme songfor the 1989James BondfilmLicence to Kill. Tajari P. Henson, Tyler Perry, Adam Rodriguez. Marvin Lawrence Winans is an American pastor and gospel singer. Marvel Movies Ranked Worst to Best by Tomatometer, Jurassic Park Movies Ranked By Tomatometer, RT25: Celebrating 25 Years of Rotten Tomatoes, Betty Gilpin & Co. on Deciphering Mrs. Davis, Weekend Box Office Results: Super Mario Sets Record in Its Second Weekend, Though somewhat formulaic and predictable, Perry succeeds in mixing broad humor with sincere sentimentality to palatable effect. It looks as though April has chosen a lonely existence over her own betterment and the future of her nieces and nephews; luckily, there's something standing between this fate and a brighter one: faith. I Can Do Bad All by Myself is a Christian-oriented romantic comedy drama with occasional drag interludes and several overlong musical numbers speaking to the state of its Troubled Person du jour. Madea tells Vianne that she needs to go after her man. As well as a snap of himself posing with . Apparently, Madea and Maylee were out getting their nails done, when the nail salon employees began talking about Madea. The next morning, Madea brings the kids to April's house, but April doesnt want to be bothered. Though Madea (Perry) is relegated to the background, she steals the show, particularly after offering up a mangled biblical story involving Noah and his famous St. Louis arch. Sandino tells April of his childhood as a child laborer and explains that he loves the children so much because he sees himself in them. The next night, Manny needs his insulin shot and Jennifer goes to the kitchen to get it. PG-13 (Sexual Assault of a Child|Mature Thematic Material|Drug References|Smoking|Violence), Genre: She is best known for playing Bertrise in the TV seriesThe Last Ship. Sandino tells her that she can't love anyone until she learns to love herself. Tyler Perry, Release Date (Theaters): Bobby tells Anthony that Vianne never loved him. Their guardian is April (Taraji P. Henson), an alcoholic singer and the kids are struggling to find direction in their lives. Feb 22, 2023. For the film of the same name which is not an adaptation of this play, see, "Program: Tyler Perry's I Know I've Been Changed", "Becoming Tyler: Bill Collector Turned Billion-Dollar Media Mogul Was Molded From Pain, Promise, and Persistence", Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor, Don't Make a Black Woman Take Off Her Earrings, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=I_Can_Do_Bad_All_by_Myself_(play)&oldid=1149546472, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, "I Can Do Bad All By Myself" - Vianne & Company, "Overture / I Can Do Bad All By Myself" - Band & Company. I Can Do Bad All By Myself. Starring Tyler Perry, Tygah Graham, David Mann. | I know that Madea's name was not in the title, so apparently she wasn't a big part of this movie. So, she shot up the nail salon and hightailed home. 4:16. [6] As of October 25, the film has grossed $51,733,921. Tyler Perry Studios, Rent $3.99 Buy $5.99 Once you select Rent you'll have 14 days to start watching the movie and 48 hours to finish it. All of Tyler Perry's films are, essentially, morality tales, and I Can Do Bad All by Myself may well be his most unabashed. Those parts are great, and the only reason why I gave it 3 starsotherwise I would have given it 2. When Keisha arrives home, Maylee orders her to put her stuff down as they are going to go to the clinic. NR. Taraji P. Henson is a force of nature in this Tyler Perry film. When Randy arrives, he sees April with the kids and Sandino and heckles him while making not-so subtle advances at Jennifer. Although the original production wasn't recorded, the live performance that was released on DVD and VHS was recorded live in Washington, D.C. at the Lincoln Theatre in August 2002. * The original plot focused on two sisters feuding because one sister is engaged to the other's ex-husband. Afterward, she drops the radio into the water, giving Randy a severe electric shock. Keisha confides in her aunt about her troubles with the kids at school as they all bully her except for one kid, named Kelly. [5] On its second weekend, the film dropped an estimated 57% to gross another $10 million for a third place finish. Maylee comes back, angrily relaying the details to the boys. All rights reserved. First, giving honor to God, to the head of my life. RobertElena1830. Director Tyler Perry Writer Tyler Perry Stars Tyler Perry Taraji P. Henson Adam Rodriguez See production, box office & company info Watch on Prime Video rent/buy from $3.99 More watch options ==Reception=====Critical reaction===The film has received mixed to generally positive reviews from critics. It ranked even higher when narrowed to the top critics, as 73% of those critics gave positive reviews, with an average score of 6.1/10. Late one night, Manny needs his insulin shot and Jennifer gets it for him in the kitchen. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Keisha is pregnant with the neighbor boy, Kelly's child. You may have also seen Hensonin comedymovie Date Night, as well as the remake ofThe Karate Kid. While Bobby and Vianne flirt with each other, Madea can tell that Vianne secretly likes him. "Good Woman Down" (Robert F. Aries, Blige, Sean Garrett, "Playboy" (Michael Akinlabi, Tasha Schumann) , "Contagious" (Xavier Dphrepaulezz) Chocolate Butterfly, "H.D.Y." I recommend renting it or getting it on DVD. 1h 53m. Jun 28, 2005, Box Office (Gross USA): I Can Do Bad By Myself may possibly be Tyler Perrys best film and has shown he is sometime a very good director. For a moment, I Can Do Bad All By Myself goes deeper and darker than most would expect from a Tyler Perry vehicle -- but the moment passes when April hears the church choir's rendition of her grandmother's favorite song. Cast. If you want to answer the questions, "Who starred in the movie I Can Do Bad All by Myself?" Cora, Madea's daughter, arrives, announcing she is only staying for the weekend, as she lives out of town. How does Madea's Bible story about St Peter go? Later, Sandino comforts April as she tells him about her mother's death and the last time she spoke with her. How are ratings calculated?Toggle ExpandToggle Expand. April is a lost soul who works the night shift at a smoky bar and self-medicates with alcohol (later, in a surprisingly serious plot twist, April reveals a history of sexual abuse). : I Can Do Bad All by Myself"), The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Hot Tub Time Machine/Chloe/How to Train Your Dragon. When Anthony calls, Maylee drops everything to assist him, leaving Keisha all alone (Motherless Child). Sandino returns and April apologizes to him and admits that she "loves" him like a friend. 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