Good Hair

Great information of where our money is spent and what we Never knew what others are saying about black hair.

This documentary is, like Chris Rock, hilarious, but, it is also very informative and eye-opening. I had no idea what black women went through for their hair. Despite having a number of African-American female friends, I never bothered to think about their hairdo's! This documentary explains it all. Not only the physical pain and time and the money involved but, the psyche behind it. Having seen his stand up and his "Everybody hates Chris" TV show, I'm pretty well convinced that Mr. Rock is a national treasure. This documentary is another thing to add to his list of accomplishments. Even if you don't buy it, find some way to see it. On Demand, or whatever. You won't be disappointed!

I liked the film very much; I liked how comedian/actor Chris Rock tries to get to the 'root' (pun intended!) of 'Good Hair'/African-American hair and why African-American women spend thousands of dollars trying to look beautiful. Chris tries his best to answer his daughter's question when she asked him, 'Daddy, how come I don't have good hair?' From the beauty parlors, barber shops, and beauty stores in America to travelling to India, Chris wants to know about African-American hair; he also goes to a lab and learns about hair relaxers and how it can burn your scalp and may cause blindness if not used properly. One woman called relaxer the 'creamy crack' because it's very 'addicting' when women frequently relax their hair which makes sense to me! Chris also asked famous African-American celebrities about their hair, particularly about weaves; there was not a lot about Natural hair and that is where Chris should have asked some of the women as to why they went Natural. I liked the 'Bronner Bros. Hair Show' in Atlanta, Georgia, and wow! The show was impressive and hairstylist Derek J definitely deserved the prize money! The film was good with the exception of some brief language but it was a good film; like comedian/writer Paul Mooney said: 'When your hair is relaxed, white people are relaxed, but if your hair is nappy, white people ain't happy!' Personally, I would never relax my hair or wear a weave and I love my Natural hair, even if it is nappy! So what?! It's my hair, my choice!!! REST IN POWER to the following people in the film: Dr. Maya Angelou (nee Marguerite Annie Johnson) (April 4, 1928-May 28, 2014) and Mr. Andre O'Neal Harrell (September 26, 1960-May 7, 2020): 'You both may be gone but you will never, ever be, forgotten.'

Chris Rock, the talented stand up comedian, does a great job with this documentary. CR infuses his wry observations and humor into the subject of black hair (primarily women's hair) and educates us all about this subject in a way that is respectful and eye-opening. Fun movie, recommend to watch with your friends and have a discussion about the many issues that he raises.

I really like this movie because it shows how many black women feel about their hair, the lengths that are gone to in order to get one's hair a certain way, and how much is spent trying to have it a certain way. There's one scene where Chris Rock talks to a hairstylists about a certain sew-in, and my boyfriend and I almost fell on the floor when the price was mentioned. $1000-$3000 for some weave!? The movie also delves into the history of black hair on a business and cultural level. The audience also gets to see the Bronner Brothers Hair Show, which is an international event dedicated hair care and networking. Rock also visit India, where most of human weave comes from. It was interesting to get a different cultures perspective on hair extensions. There's also multiple famous people like who speak about their experiences with black hair. The film doesn't pass judgment on how black women wear their hair. The film basically ends with, "Do you boo...but be conscious of what you're doing." However, the film does recognize that many black women feel pressure to wear their hair a certain way, and do certain things to their hair in order to be acceptable.

LOVE Chris Rock for starts. LOVED all the participants in the documentary. Caring positive people explaining their process in the hair business. The movie I ordered, I hadn't realized it would not play here in America so I watch it on my laptop, or with a connection from the laptop to my TV using an HDM1 cord, so it won't play on my TV DVD player, but I can still see it on my TV. Not a disaster, but do pay attention where the DVD you order comes from - which I hadn't (I know. Like I should TALK. Right?)

. Funny, funny movie, I already had purchase a copy so I have one to give away as a gift. I was surprised at the extent women go to fix their hair. I am more of a tom boy type so my hair is not one of my main concerns in life, but good movie loved it I like Chris Rock anyway but he told it all. Arrived on time in excellent condition.

Though I have never been a condious racist, the review cannot be made without some seemly racist remarks being included. To those who are offended by what follows, I apologize. Every white person should watch this movie. Like me, they may find it devoid of humor, but fascinating as a window on the existance of a world that otherwise would remain hidden from them. After watching this movie I was dumbfounded. The existance of an almost universal commitment by American black women for a major portion of their disposable income and time (no matter their social-economic strata) is exposed in detail that will add to underscoring the differences that exist below the surface that are accepted/tollerated by most black women. When I look at a black woman's hair how, I appreciate all she does and the commitment they make to fashion. When the movie was over, slackjawed, I said, "I never knew that." I now actively observe a black women's hair when I see her as I tended to pretty much ignore it all my life before. I feel that I how have another window into trying to understand that there exist differences that are totally invisable but still affect people. While the lack of "funny" disappointed me as a Chris Rock fan, I am glad to have seen this movie. It took me to somewhere I was unlikely to go otherwise and taught me about people who impact on my life and helped me to be more empathetic and understanding.

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こちらを購入しました。 ま、英語力なくても 大丈夫な映画です。 美しさの基準は 人それぞれですので 私は、クリクリした頭の かわいい黒人さんを見ると すごくステキだなぁと思いますが、、 たまには、ストレートに したなぁと思う気持ちも わかるし。。。

J'ai adoré ce dvd ! j'en ai entendu parlé sur internet car je m'intéresse beaucoup à la coiffure en général et particulièrement à la coiffure afro. J'ai déjà vu des extraits ce qui m'a vraiment motivé à acheter le film. Chris Rock se montre tout à fait drôle et sympathique, il nous fait découvrir un monde tout à fait incroyable et malconnu, celui de la coiffure noire aux Etats-Unis. Tout en révélant les secrets des stars et autres Madame Toutlemonde (celui de porter des extensions, perruques indétectables...), il réussit à nous surprendre sans porter de jugement sur ces femmes en quête de beauté. Je le recommande vivement !

very interesting to watch, i think its good for women to see it, i think its nice to understand the ethical background and even technical background, of what we use in our hair, as in relaxers (the seriousess of it) where human hair extensions come from etc. i mean, if you are using relaxers and extensions/weaves etc then that means you are an adult (well hopefully you are) but my point is if you are an adult, then you will still be able to make your mind up at then end of the docu, whether you want to take the natural route and leave all that fake stuff alone, or if you still want to use them you will perhaps look at ways of buying ones that provide more certainty of safety with regards the relaxers or morale as far as the human hair goes. anyway its an ok watch, i would rather have watched it on t.v than to buy it because once you watch it, thats kind of it really, i'm not likely to pick this up and watch it again, no need because its not entertainment its just kind of a FYI sought of thing. but i suppose at least i have it in my collection to show my daughter when shes older.

Great movie! Especially if you’re entering the hair stylist career and want to learn a few things.