Robert Townsend, Michael Wright, Leon, Harry Lennix, Tico Wells
1991-03-29
In the early 1960s, a quintet of hopeful, young African-American men form an amateur vocal group called The Five Heartbeats. After an initially rocky start, the group improves, turns pro, and rises to become a top flight music sensation. Along the way, however, the guys learn many hard lessons about the reality of the music industry.
This one takes you on a wild ride through the highs and lows of a fictional R&B group. The energy, the drama, the music – it's all there. It’s a deep dive into the grind of the music industry, the brotherhood, and the sacrifices. You feel every beat and every heartbreak. It’s raw and unpolished, just like real life. Townsend nailed it with the direction and the casting. A solid reminder of the power of music and friendship. Worth the watch for sure.
