I didn't fully grasp how deeply ingrained segregation was until seeing this film, particularly the restrictions placed on Black people—like being prohibited from cutting white children’s hair or publishing anything critical of white individuals. “Skeeter” (Emma Stone) comes back from school and starts to wonder if there’s a way to challenge things. Her plan is to write a book, relying on women from their Mississippi …

It was an enjoyable film, though it’s unlikely I’ll revisit it, and I can suggest it to others. You really need to go into this knowing what you're getting: it deals with racial inequality. That means there’s a lot of prejudice and unjust conflict, along with unpleasant portrayals of wealthy people who seem to think they can still own other individuals because they have the power to do so. This is an excel…

Having just finished reading The Help shortly before seeing the film adaptation, I’m in a position to say what's often true: the novel is generally superior. This holds up with The Help as well. It proved difficult to separate my thoughts about the book while watching the movie; it was almost impossible not to constantly compare them and find fault with the changes made. Still, I managed to appreciate the film on …

The film boasts a wonderful environment, strong acting, engaging narrative, and excellent portrayals. It’s really something you should experience.