Sing Sing

9.1 - Powerful & authentic. It’s been almost a week since I watched this and parts are still sitting with me. The way art can bring hope & peace, bring people together, allow you to feel human - it gives an entire range of emotions in a tight run time. But something small is missing from making this an instant 5 star classic. The punch of dealing with such a difficult & emotional subject. Even the most emotional moments of this felt telegraphed enough that they didn’t quite hit the way they should have. However, Colman Domingo is getting his Oscar nomination. And the supporting performances from those directly involved in this true to life story were almost as equally moving. One that many more people will need to watch before next awards season.

This swells the heart. It’s a totally different type of prison film. And it is deeply moving.

Ideas that stuck with me:

Anyone can change + grow. Anyone can learn to love and feel. Trust the process. Try again and again. Give generously. Men need to be more vulnerable.

9.4/In a weird way I find comparison between Sing Sing and “Emilia Perez”, instead of choosing well known actors for more publicity, they chose actors that are closer to the story. The ending: “As himself” (being almost all of the actors) really touched me in some way.>>

Sing Sing was a film I walked into with no real expectations—just the knowledge that it had been widely praised by both critics and audiences alike. What I experienced was something truly unique and emotionally resonant. The decision to cast formerly incarcerated individuals as themselves brought a level of authenticity and emotional depth that few films even attempt, let alone achieve. This choice didn’t just add realism—it added soul. The performances across the board were quietly powerful, and they drew me into a world I hadn’t spent much time thinking about. There’s a vulnerability and humanity in these portrayals that transcends traditional acting. It’s a reminder of the power of storytelling—not just to entertain, but to humanize and to provoke empathy. That said, I didn’t connect with the film quite as deeply as others seem to have. Certain stretches felt slow or uneventful to me, though I suspect that was intentional—those moments reflect the stillness and repetition of life behind bars. While that pacing didn’t always resonate with me personally, I can still deeply appreciate what the film was doing and why it has struck such a chord with so many viewers. In the end, Sing Sing is a poignant, deeply human piece of cinema that deserves every bit of recognition it’s received. Even if it didn’t become one of my personal favorites, I wholeheartedly believe it should have been in serious consideration for a Best Picture nomination. It’s a film that lingers with you and that’s no small feat.

True and inspirational drama

really interested great story, great performances