'Hidden Figures' Tells a Heroic Story, But Not the One They Deserve | Sojourners

'Hidden Figures' Tells a Heroic Story, But Not the One They Deserve

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Hidden Figures is a perfectly okay film in the feel-good crowd pleaser mold. But as important as the stories of these three often overlooked women are, it feels as if not enough time, effort, or vision were really put into the film to make it stand out. It’s not a movie that will offend anyone’s sensibilities. But it’s unlikely that audiences will be able to recall anything significant about it a year from now. These extraordinary women deserve better.

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