Black Snake Moan

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Black Snake Moan

R

2007

1h 58m

Drama

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After her lover (Justin Timberlake) leaves to serve in the military, Rae (Christina Ricci) gives in to her raging libido and leaps into a life of wild abandon. Lazarus (Samuel L. Jackson), a troubled bluesman, finds Rae beaten and left for dead. He takes her in and holds her captive in an attempt to help her find a cure for her affliction.

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Critics Consensus

Uninhibited performances, skillful direction, and a killer blues soundtrack elevate Black Snake Moan beyond its outlandish premise.

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Phelim O'Neill

Guardian

Jun 16, 2007

3/5

Jackson's elegant performance gives the frequently tough to swallow story some credence.

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Wendy Ide

The Times (UK)

May 19, 2007

2/5

It's so profoundly, mind-blowingly offensive that you almost have to admire the writer/director Craig Brewer's nerve.

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Damon Wise

Empire Magazine

May 18, 2007

3/5

Sam Jackson delivers the electric blues in a not-so-blue movie that promises more Deep South sin than it actually delivers.

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Jason Adams

My New Plaid Pants

Jul 2, 2021

Brewer seems content to just throw all of these things at the screen and then... not very much else, really

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Nov 24, 2020

8/10

A nearly indefinable blend of pulpy guilty pleasures.

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Troy Patterson

Spin

Oct 25, 2019

1/4

Writer/director Craig Brewer has whipped up a controversy magnet that will make some fans of his first film, Hustle & Flow, retract anything they said in defense of its depiction of women.

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Michael A

@Kinich61 Jun 6, 2026

An unexpected delight, so to speak!

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Andrew E.

@RT51315412 May 31, 2026

Has some interesting moments, but I can’t get past the outlandish premise.

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Andrew M

@Andymon May 22, 2026

Oddy satisfying movie with an outlandish premise and one amazing soundtrack. Somehow it all works!

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Ray L

@RT17291655 May 12, 2026

Have not seen this movie in many years great acting love the story I really like this movie years ago and I still like it highly recommend this flick

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Michelle A

@Michy_u May 3, 2026

It was beautiful in my honest opinion. You have to have a deep understanding of what the characters have been through, its not just smut or porn its trauma and finding God in all of it :) finding peace.

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Blake- N

@PBSAniDom Apr 27, 2026

Black Snake Moan is another solid 2007 film that stands out for its raw, unconventional storytelling and strong character focus. It blends drama, blues-infused atmosphere, and dark emotional themes into something that feels very different from typical mainstream films. What makes it work is the intensity of the performances and the way the film leans into flawed, damaged characters trying to find some form of redemption. The tone is gritty but also oddly soulful at times, helped by its strong sense of music and setting. It’s not a comfortable watch, and it definitely takes risks that may not land for everyone, but that’s part of its identity. It commits fully to its style and mood without holding back. Overall, Black Snake Moan is a bold, memorable drama with strong acting and atmosphere, earning a 7/10.

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Samuel L. Jackson

Lazarus

Christina Ricci

Rae

Justin Timberlake

Ronnie

S. Epatha Merkerson

Angela

David Banner

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Synopsis

After her lover (Justin Timberlake) leaves to serve in the military, Rae (Christina Ricci) gives in to her raging libido and leaps into a life of wild abandon. Lazarus (Samuel L. Jackson), a troubled bluesman, finds Rae beaten and left for dead. He takes her in and holds her captive in an attempt to help her find a cure for her affliction.

Director: Craig Brewer
Producer: John Singleton, Stephanie Allain
Screenwriter: Craig Brewer
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Paramount Vantage
Rating: R (Language|Drug Use|Some Violence|Strong Sexual Content)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 2, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 15, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA): $9.4M
Runtime: 1h 58m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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