How Tyler Perry's Upcoming Film Could Turn Around the Rotten Tomatoes Reception of His Latest Netflix Thriller

Tyler Perry, a well-known actor and director, recently faced criticism for his movie Mea Culpa, which was labeled a disaster by Rotten Tomatoes. Despite this setback, Perry has the potential to bounce back with his next project. Perry first gained recognition in theater before making his big screen debut in 2005 with Diary of a Mad Black Woman, where he portrayed his iconic character, Madea. Following this, Perry ventured into directing with Madea’s Family Reunion in 2006, marking the beginning of his directorial career.

Throughout his filmmaking journey, Perry has primarily been associated with the Madea film series, where he has consistently portrayed the lead character. However, he has also delved into other genres in his work. His most recent venture into the legal thriller genre with Mea Culpa, available on Netflix, saw the movie quickly rise to the top of Netflix’s charts, despite facing negative reviews from critics. Although Mea Culpa tarnished Perry’s previously positive Rotten Tomatoes record, his upcoming project shows promise of being better received and making amends for the past criticism.

Six Triple Eight Should Have A Much Higher Rotten Tomatoes Score Than Mea Culpa

Kerry Washington addressing her fellow cast members in Six Triple Eight - Six Triple Eight Should Have A Much Higher Rotten Tomatoes Score Than Mea Culpa

Mea Culpa may not have a great Rotten Tomatoes score, but Tyler Perry's upcoming movie, Six Triple Eight, is showing promise.

In Mea Culpa, we follow Mea Harper (played by Kelly Rowland), a lawyer facing challenges in her marriage with her husband, Kal Hawthorne (portrayed by Sean Sagar). Things get even more complicated with the constant interference from Kal's mother, Azalia (played by Kerry O'Malley), and older brother Ray (portrayed by Nick Sagar). When artist Zyair Malloy (played by Trevante Rhodes) is accused of killing his girlfriend, he turns to Mea for help. Despite Ray's attempts to keep her away from the case due to his role as District Attorney, Mea decides to take on the challenge. As she delves deeper into the case, Mea finds herself in a complex and precarious situation.

At the moment, Mea Culpa has a 25% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 36% audience score. Critics have called it “silly” and found the character Mea to be “stupid”, pointing out a lack of chemistry between Rowland and Rhodes. Despite its messy Rotten Tomatoes score, Perry's upcoming movie, Six Triple Eight, seems to be a lot more promising. This gives it a better chance of overcoming the disappointment of Mea Culpa.

Six Triple Eight is a war drama inspired by a 2019 magazine article by Kevin M. Hymel that was featured in WWII History. The story follows the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-black and all-female battalion during World War II.

The cast of Six Triple Eight includes Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams, as well as Susan Sarandon, Oprah Winfrey, Sam Waterston, Sarah Jeffrey, Ebony Obsidian, and more. The early previews of Six Triple Eight reveal a departure from Perry's usual style, with a storyline and themes that critics tend to appreciate more. This gives it a significant advantage over Mea Culpa and increases its chances of receiving a higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

Six Triple Eight Will Continue Tyler Perry's Big 2024 (Regardless Of Reviews)

Director Tyler Perry salutes with Kerry Washington and the rest of the Six Triple Eight cast - Six Triple Eight Will Continue Tyler Perry's Big 2024 (Regardless Of Reviews)

Despite receiving poor reviews and low scores on Rotten Tomatoes, Mea Culpa was a huge hit on Netflix, solidifying Tyler Perry's position at the top. With Perry's strong fan base and the appeal of his movies, Six Triple Eight is likely to follow suit as another Netflix success, regardless of critical reception. If Six Triple Eight is released in 2024, it will add to Perry's successful year on the streaming platform.

Adding to his list of projects, Perry is also working on a new Madea movie titled Madea's Destination Wedding, set for a Netflix release. While the release date for Madea's Destination Wedding is not confirmed yet, a late 2024 release is a possibility. If the new Madea movie premieres this year, 2024 will shape up to be another year of streaming triumph for Tyler Perry, despite any lingering doubts from critics.

Editor's P/S:

The article highlights Tyler Perry's career setbacks and potential for redemption. Perry's recent film "Mea Culpa" faced harsh criticism, but his upcoming project "Six Triple Eight" shows promise. The article suggests that "Six Triple Eight" could make amends for "Mea Culpa" and showcases Perry's resilience and ability to adapt to different genres.

Despite the negative reviews for "Mea Culpa," Perry remains a popular figure with a loyal fan base. "Six Triple Eight" has the potential to be a critical and commercial success, adding to Perry's impressive resume. The article serves as a reminder that even in the face of setbacks, artists can bounce back and continue to produce impactful work.