Movie Description The true story of Tina Turner's rocky road to stardom and her abusive relationship with domineering husband Ike. Outstanding, gutsy performances by the leads. Academy Award Nominations: Best Actress--Angela Bassett, Best Actor--Laurence Fishburne.
| Credits | | Producer: | Barry Krost, Doug Chapin | | Cast: | Cora Lee Day, Khandi Alexander, Laurence Fishburne, Penny Johnson, Phyllis Yvonne Stickney, Sherman Augustus, Vanessa Bell Calloway |
Editorial Reviews "...Broad, savvy, entertaining....[Bassett] transforms herself memorably..." New York Times - p.C15 - Janet Maslin (06/09/1993)
"...[Basset delivers] a great performance..." -- 3 out of 4 stars USA Today - p.1D - Mike Clark
"...A passionate and professional drama that hits both the high and low notes of an extraordinary life and career. An immensely enjoyable saga..." Variety - Leonard Klady (06/14/1993)
"...WHAT'S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT has a lot of terrific music in it....It's a story of pain and courage, uncommonly honest and unflinching..." Chicago Sun-Times - Roger Ebert (06/11/1993)
"...Angela Bassett's Tina is one helluva Proud Mary..." - Recommended Premiere - p.142 - Bruce Bibby
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