What to watch with your kids: ‘Shirley,’ ‘Palm Royale’ and more
What to watch with your kids: ‘Shirley,’ ‘Palm Royale’ and more
Apr 05, 2024 by Washington Post
Key Facts
- “Shirley” is a biopic about pioneering Black congresswoman and presidential candidate Shirley Chisholm (Regina King).
- It has scenes of violence and harsh language: A man tries to kill Chisholm during a campaign stop, and another presidential candidate is shot point blank and left paralyzed.
- Chisholm is subjected to hatred (including being called the n-word) and mistreatment for both her race and her gender.
- Although she is portrayed as divisive, Chisholm also shows perseverance in pursuing her goals against the odds and standing up for the underprivileged.
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