I’d been to the stage version of this play and, I suppose, didn’t remember how tense some of the themes were. This is a very moving film about overcoming adversity and being there for family in a time of need. Several tearjerking moments designed as such for a live audience that just ripped me apart. Love Madea. And for all the heartbreak and tears and rising from the flames, the tenderness and laughter remained. Joe’s farting scene with the young man waiting for his date. OHMYGOSH too funny. Cicely Tyson’s motivating speech on the steps of the cabin owned by former slaves – moving with a touch of triumph. Definitely a must see.