The 'pink shadows' of World War II: 'The Six Triple Eight' reveals the shocking truth!

Khanh PhạmJan 03, 2025 at 17:44

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Kerry Washington shines in The Six Triple Eight, the film about the 6888th unit, the brave female soldiers of color during World War II. Despite its limitations, the film still moves viewers with a meaningful message.

The film opens with the backdrop of fierce war in San Pietro, Italy, in December 1943. While the war was raging, it didn't take long for Tyler Perry to redirect the story to the years that followed, in 1942 in Pennsylvania, and then Georgia in 1944. In particular, the character Lena Derriecott King (played by Ebony Obsidian), a young woman grieving the loss of her boyfriend, joins the army in the hope of finding a change in her life.

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At the same time, Major Charity Adams (Kerry Washington), the unit's resilient commander, faces intense racism from his own colleagues in the military. Despite their mistreatment, Major Adams' unit did not give up on an important task - helping to solve the huge backlog of mail to keep the morale of the soldiers fighting on the battlefield. For the first time in history, these women of color have written their names in history as a symbol of resilience and sacrifice.

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Kerry Washington, as Major Charity Adams, gave an excellent performance, clearly portraying a resilient and energetic woman. Her powerful speeches, moments of commitment and assertiveness, clearly demonstrate respect and confidence in the task her unit undertakes. This can be considered one of the best roles in Kerry Washington's career.

Besides, the supporting cast also contributed significantly to the success of the film. Ebony Obsidian as Lena Derriecott King, a young woman who suffers the pain of loss and seeks to integrate into the harsh military environment, delivers emotional moments. She clearly portrays the character's growth, from a weak girl to a solid warrior.

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Actors such as Shanice Shantay (as Johnnie Mae) also contribute a lot to the funny and pleasant moments, bringing a little life to this dramatic story.

While the film has an inspiring and historically significant storyline, some weaknesses in the storytelling and techniques have diminished the power of the message. Tyler Perry tried to combine two main storylines: Lena King's personal journey and Major Adams' leadership role. However, this storytelling is incoherent and somewhat disjointed. The events take place too quickly, making it difficult for viewers to feel the full depth of the story.

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This becomes even more obvious when Perry chooses to use direct dialogue, lacking subtlety, making the characters speak their minds awkwardly. In particular, the story of Lena Derriecott King, with the pain of losing her boyfriend and efforts to integrate into the military, is overexploited and lacks authenticity. Similarly, Kerry Washington's character also lacks deep moments to create empathy from the audience.

Filmmaking techniques are also a major weakness of The Six Triple Eight. The battle scenes open with fake smoke and fire effects, the battlefield or barracks setting has no real feel and lacks realism. Small details such as overly dramatic voices or bold makeup also make the film feel artificial, unable to convey all the tension and tragedy of the story.

One of the biggest problems of The Six Triple Eight is that Tyler Perry - a famous black male director - takes on the role of telling this story. Although Perry has brought the story of unrecognized women of color to light, perhaps the film would have been stronger and more authentic if it had been made by a female director of color. The absence of a feminist perspective in this story makes it impossible to achieve the depth and emotion that is expected.

Still, Perry deserves praise for bringing the story of the 6888th Battalion to the big screen, opening up an opportunity for audiences to better understand a forgotten piece of history. Not only does this story help us honor women of color during World War II, but it also brings a powerful message of solidarity, resilience, and sisterhood in the context of war.

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Although the film is not perfect, The Six Triple Eight still conveys an inspiring message of resilience and solidarity. The moments between the female soldiers in the 6888th unit – from the moments when they share the pain of loss together, to the moments when they help each other overcome racism and the pressures of war – are the highlights of the film. The connection between the characters, although lacking in depth in some cases, clearly shows the strong relationship between them, a symbol of sisterhood.

Despite its limitations, The Six Triple Eight is still a movie worth watching if you're interested in untold historical stories, and especially if you want to learn about the role of women of color in World War II. With touching and meaningful moments, the film not only surprises viewers but also expands the perspective of the silent but important contributions of women in the war.

The Six Triple Eight is an emotional historical film that depicts the struggles of women of color during World War II. Despite its script and technical weaknesses, the film still deserves to be seen and recognized for its powerful messages of resilience, solidarity, and compassion. With excellent performances, especially from Kerry Washington, the film is sure to leave a deep impression on viewers. However, the potential of this story could have been better exploited if it had been told from a more authentic and feminist perspective. The Six Triple Eight can be a powerful piece if done with more flair in storytelling.

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