Angela Bassett What's Love Got To Do With It
Okay, Let's Talk Angela Bassett & What's Love Got To Do With It
Here's a confession: I have a thing for Angela Bassett. Always have. Always will. I mean, who doesn't? But is her performance in What's Love Got To Do With It actually her best?
Don't get me wrong. She was phenomenal. The hair! The legs! The sheer, unadulterated power! But... hear me out.
Prepare for an Unpopular Opinion
I think Angela Bassett has given even better performances. Shhh! I know. Blasphemy, right? But let's be honest.
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We all collectively lose our minds over her Tina Turner. But have we truly considered her other roles? I think we should. Just saying.
Maybe it's because What's Love Got To Do With It was so iconic. Maybe because she perfectly embodied a legend. Maybe because Laurence Fishburne was amazing too!
Why Tina Gets ALL the Credit
It's a big, splashy role. Biopics always grab attention. Plus, Tina Turner herself approved! It's basically awards-season catnip.
The physical transformation was incredible! Those dance moves alone deserve an Oscar. Seriously, how did she do all that?
And the story! A tale of abuse, survival, and ultimate triumph. It's an emotional rollercoaster, people! Who wouldn't be blown away?
But Wait, There's More to Angela!
Think about Waiting to Exhale. Remember Bernadine? That slow burn of righteous anger? That was powerful stuff. More subtle, maybe. But deep.
Or Queen Ramonda in Black Panther? Talk about regal! Talk about unwavering strength! She commanded that screen with every scene.
Consider her work in Malcolm X. Or even Strange Days! The range is breathtaking, isn't it?
The "Underdog" Performances
Maybe those roles aren't as showy. They don't have the same "wow" factor as transforming into Tina Turner. But that doesn't mean they're lesser.
Sometimes, the quiet strength is more impressive. The controlled emotion. The subtle nuances that make a character truly believable.
Are we all just blinded by the wigs and the music? Are we missing the forest for the trees, people?
Final Thoughts (Brace Yourselves)
Look, I'm not saying Angela Bassett was bad in What's Love Got To Do With It. She was amazing. Absolutely incredible.
But I suspect we might be overlooking some equally fantastic work. Let's not let one role overshadow a career of brilliance. Agreed?
Maybe it's just me. Maybe I'm crazy. But I think it's time we give Angela Bassett her complete due. Beyond the iconic Tina Turner.
"I didn't go looking for trouble. Trouble usually found me." - Tina Turner (and perfectly portrayed by Angela Bassett).
So, next time you're praising her Tina Turner performance (which you should!), take a moment to appreciate the full spectrum of her talent. You might be surprised what you discover.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go rewatch Waiting to Exhale. Because, you know, #BernadineDeservedBetter.
