{"id":2886,"date":"2021-04-03T02:34:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-03T02:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hollywoodjesus.com\/home\/?p=2886"},"modified":"2024-02-26T02:52:29","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T02:52:29","slug":"robin-roberts-presents-mahalia-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hollywoodjesus.com\/home\/robin-roberts-presents-mahalia-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia (2021): A Powerful Portrayal of the &#8220;Queen of Gospel&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Synopsis:<\/strong> &#8220;Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia&#8221; is a biographical drama chronicling the life and legacy of the legendary gospel singer, Mahalia Jackson. Executive produced by Robin Roberts herself, the film dives deep into Mahalia&#8217;s journey, from her humble beginnings in New Orleans to her rise as a powerful voice for both music and social change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia | Saturday April 3rd at 8\/7c | Lifetime\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2u2RdrpS6xo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Cast and Crew:<\/strong><br><strong>Director:<\/strong>\u00a0Kenny Leon<br><strong>Screenwriter:<\/strong>\u00a0Bettina Girmai<br><strong>Executive Producer:<\/strong>\u00a0Robin Roberts<br><strong>Cast:<\/strong>\u00a0Danielle Brooks (Mahalia Jackson), Jason Dirden (Russell), Joaquina Kalukango (Mildred), Olivia Washington (Estelle), Rob Demery (Martin Luther King Jr.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Release Date:<\/strong> April 3, 2021 (Lifetime)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" data-id=\"3003\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?resize=696%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3003\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?resize=696%2C392&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?resize=1068%2C601&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-2-1.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Story:<\/strong> The film follows Mahalia&#8217;s early struggles as a young singer navigating the complexities of faith, family, and ambition. It showcases her rise to national prominence, captivating audiences with her powerful vocals and electrifying performances. However, &#8220;Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia&#8221; doesn&#8217;t shy away from depicting the challenges she faced, including racial prejudice, sexism, and personal turmoil. Ultimately, the film portrays Mahalia&#8217;s unwavering faith, her commitment to social justice, and her enduring impact on the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?resize=696%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?resize=696%2C392&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?resize=1068%2C601&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-3-2.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Review:<\/strong> &#8220;Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia&#8221; is a powerful and uplifting biopic that celebrates the life of an iconic figure. Danielle Brooks delivers a phenomenal performance, capturing Mahalia&#8217;s strength, vulnerability, and unwavering spirit. The film&#8217;s exploration of faith, social justice, and the power of music resonates deeply with viewers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Critical Response:<\/strong> The film received positive reviews, with critics praising its powerful performances, emotional storytelling, and historical accuracy. It was lauded for its portrayal of Mahalia Jackson as a complex and multifaceted individual who transcended the boundaries of music and became a symbol of hope and inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?resize=696%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?resize=696%2C392&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?resize=1068%2C601&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-4-2.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Three Life Lessons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Finding your voice:<\/strong>&nbsp;The film emphasizes the importance of using one&#8217;s voice to speak up for what is right and fight for change.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>The power of faith:<\/strong>&nbsp;Mahalia&#8217;s unwavering faith serves as a reminder of the strength and comfort it can provide in challenging times.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Leaving a legacy:<\/strong>&nbsp;The film inspires viewers to strive to make a positive impact on the world, just like Mahalia Jackson did.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?resize=696%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3007\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?resize=150%2C84&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?resize=696%2C392&amp;ssl=1 696w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?resize=1068%2C601&amp;ssl=1 1068w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/hollywoodjesus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Robin-Roberts-Presents-Mahalia-2021-5-2.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong> &#8220;Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia&#8221; is a must-watch for anyone seeking a powerful and inspiring story about faith, resilience, and the enduring power of music. It serves as a fitting tribute to the &#8220;Queen of Gospel&#8221; and her lasting legacy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><strong>Where to Stream:<\/strong> <strong>Lifetime <\/strong>Movie Club, Amazon <strong>Prime Video<\/strong> (purchase or rental) Please keep in mind that shows come and go on streaming services<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A must-watch for anyone seeking a powerful and inspiring story about faith, resilience, and the enduring power of music. 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