In Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom what performers you did not like , identify them and explain why you did not like them. Give concrete examples to explain why their performance were less successful?
In Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, one performer whose performance I did not particularly enjoy was Toledo, played by Glynn Turman. While Turman is a talented actor, I found his portrayal of the character to be somewhat lackluster and unconvincing.
One example of this is during a pivotal scene in which Toledo is delivering a monologue about the struggles of being a Black musician in a racist society. Turman's delivery felt forced and unnatural, lacking the emotional depth and intensity needed to truly capture the weight of the character's words.
Additionally, Toledo's interactions with the other characters often felt disconnected, with Turman failing to establish a strong rapport with his fellow actors. This lack of chemistry made it difficult for me to fully invest in Toledo's character and his role in the story.
Overall, I found Glynn Turman's performance as Toledo to be one of the weaker aspects of Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, as his portrayal lacked the depth and authenticity that I was hoping for in such a complex and nuanced character.