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Talk to Me

2007, Movie, 1h 58min

The story of Washington D.C. radio personality Ralph "Petey" Greene, an ex-con who became a popular talk show host and community activist in the 1960s.

Country: United States

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Reviews

Critic Helen O'Hara

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Cheadle gets his teeth into the character, nailing his distinctive drawl and making a fair stab at the contradictory creature underneath: a populist who was also something of a loner; an affectionate boyfriend and serial cheater.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Roger Ebert

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Don Cheadle gives a fascinating performance as a man able to step out of a cell and into a broadcast booth, but not sure where to step next.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Critic Keith Phipps

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...Cheadle's Greene feels duty-bound to offer his barbed opinions on all topics without trying to disguise his own shortcomings.

Read full review at The A.V. Club

Critic Toddy Burton

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With his wild appearance and scratchy cadence, Cheadle embraces the role – body, mind, and voice.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

Frequently asked questions

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Talk to Me tells the true story of Ralph "Petey" Greene, a former convict who became a popular radio personality and community activist in Washington D.C. in the 1960s. With his straight-talking style and passion for soul music, Petey became a voice for the black community, discussing issues such as civil rights and social justice on his show. Despite his rise to fame, Petey struggled with personal demons and addiction, ultimately dying in 1981. The film is a powerful tribute to a man who used his platform to speak truth to power and inspire change.

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You can stream Talk to Me on: Tubi

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