Fences
In 1950s Pittsburgh, a frustrated African-American father struggles with the constraints of poverty, racism, and his own inner demons as he tries to raise a family.
Critics Sentiment
Rose confronts Troy about his betrayal and their marriage
Bono confronts Troy about his suspected affair with Alberta
The dramatic spike from Troy's affair confession to Rose's devastating emotional breakdown represents the film's most powerful sequence.
Fences maintains steady appreciation for its exceptional performances, particularly Washington's commanding presence and Davis's Oscar-winning turn. The sentiment peaks during Rose's emotional confrontation with Troy about his infidelity, then stabilizes as the family drama reaches its conclusion. Critics consistently praised the acting while noting the film's theatrical origins sometimes worked against its cinematic adaptation.
Full cast
Denzel Washington
Troy Maxson
Viola Davis
Rose Maxson
Stephen McKinley Henderson
Jim Bono
Jovan Adepo
Cory Maxson
Russell Hornsby
Lyons Maxson
Mykelti Williamson
Gabriel Maxson
Saniyya Sidney
Raynell Maxson
Lesley Boone
Evangelist Preacher
Christopher Mele
Deputy Commissioner
Jason Silvis
Garbage Truck Driver
Tra'Waan Coles
Towns person
Joe Fishel
Parade Marcher
Cara Clark
Student (uncredited)
Daniel James
Jaywalking Pedestrian (uncredited)
Crew
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