Barbershop: The Next Cut

Barbershop: The Next Cut

Theatrical release poster
Directed by Malcolm D. Lee
Produced by
Written by
  • Kenya Barris
  • Tracy Oliver
Based on Characters created
by Mark Brown
Starring
Music by Stanley Clarke
Cinematography Greg Gardiner
Edited by Paul Millspaugh
Production
companies
Distributed by

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Warner Bros. Pictures
Release dates
  • April 6, 2016 (2016-04-06) (Los Angeles)
  • April 15, 2016 (2016-04-15) (United States)
Running time
 111 minutes[1]
Country United States
Language English
Budget $20 million[2]
Box office $55 million[3]

Barbershop: The Next Cut is a 2016 American comedy film directed by Malcolm D. Lee and written by Kenya Barris and Tracy Oliver. It is the sequel to 2004's Barbershop 2: Back in Business and the fourth film in the Barbershop film series and stars an ensemble cast, including returning actors Ice Cube, Cedric the Entertainer, Anthony Anderson, Eve, Sean Patrick Thomas, Deon Cole and Troy Garity, and new cast members Regina Hall, Nicki Minaj, Common, Maryum Ali, J. B. Smoove, Tyga and Lamorne Morris. The film was released on April 15, 2016.

Plot

To survive harsh economic times, Calvin and Angie have merged the barbershop and beauty salon into one business. The days of male bonding are gone as Eddie and the crew must now contend with sassy female co-workers and spirited clientele. As the battle of the sexes rages on, a different kind of conflict has taken over Chicago. Crime and gangs are on the rise, leaving Calvin worried about the fate of his son. Together, the friends come up with a bold plan to take back their beloved neighborhood.

Cast

Production

On March 26, 2014, Deadline.com reported that MGM was in negotiations with Ice Cube to produce a third Barbershop film.[4] On February 19, 2015, Malcolm D. Lee was set to direct the third film, while Ice Cube and Cedric the Entertainer were in talks to join the film.[5] On March 25, 2015, New Line Cinema signed on with MGM to release the film, while MGM would handle the production.[6] Principal photography began in Atlanta, Georgia on May 11, 2015.[7][8] On November 14, 2015, director Malcolm D. Lee said in an interview at the 7th Annual Governors Award ceremony that the title of the film had been changed from Barbershop 3 to Barbershop: The Next Cut.[9]

Release

The film was originally scheduled for release on February 19, 2016, but was pushed back to April 15, 2016.

Reception

Box office

In the United States and Canada, pre-release tracking suggested the film would gross $26–30 million from 2,661 theaters in its opening weekend, trailing fellow newcomer The Jungle Book ($67–75 million projection) but besting Criminal ($9–12 million projection).[10] It made $735,000 from Thursday night previews and $7 million on its first day. It went on to gross $20.2 million in its opening weekend, finishing below expectations and second at the box office behind The Jungle Book ($103.6 million).[11]

The film has received a total gross of $55 million.[3]

Critical response

Barbershop: The Next Cut has received positive reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has a rating of 90%, based on 87 reviews, with an average rating of 6.8/10. The site's critical consensus reads, "Heartfelt, thought-provoking, and above all funny, Barbershop: The Next Cut is the rare belated sequel that more than lives up to the standard set by its predecessors."[12] On Metacritic, the film has a score of 67 out of 100, based on 30 critics, indicating "generally favorable reviews".[13] Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "A–" on an A+ to F scale.[14]

Nicki Minaj's performance as Draya was well received by critics, although her limited screentime was deemed a disappointment by fans who acclaimed the character. With critics agreeing that she had more chances to showcase her acting ability, as opposed to her, what was considered a cameo appearance, in The Other Woman.

Accolades

Award Category Recipient Result Ref.
Teen Choice Awards Choice Movie: Comedy Nominated [15]
Choice Movie Actor: Comedy Ice Cube Nominated
Choice Movie Actress: Comedy Nicki Minaj Nominated

References

  1. ↑ "BARBERSHOP: A FRESH CUT (12A)". British Board of Film Classification. May 6, 2016. Retrieved May 6, 2016.
  2. ↑ Mendelson, Scott. "Friday Box Office: 'Jungle Book' Earns Huge $32.4M For $90-95M Weekend". Forbes. Retrieved April 16, 2016.
  3. 1 2 "Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016)". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved July 5, 2016.
  4. ↑ Fleming, Mike (2014-03-26). "'Barbershop' Sequel In Works With Ice Cube At MGM". Deadline. Retrieved 2015-12-02.
  5. ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (February 19, 2015). "Malcolm D. Lee To Helm 'Barbershop 3′ For MGM". deadline.com. Retrieved February 22, 2015.
  6. ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (March 25, 2015). "New Line Joins MGM And Will Release 'Barbershop 3′". deadline.com. Retrieved April 6, 2015.
  7. ↑ "On the Set for 5/11/15: Cameras Roll on 'Barbershop 3', Jason Blum's Film 'Stephanie' & Rob Reiner's 'Being Charlie Wrap Up". ssninsider.com. May 11, 2015. Retrieved May 11, 2015.
  8. ↑ Matt Walljasper (2015-05-20). "What's filming in Atlanta now? Captain America, Keeping up with the Joneses, Barbershop 3, and picked up pilots". Atlanta Magazine. Retrieved 2015-12-02.
  9. ↑ Kia Wilson. "Barbershop 3 Has New Title And Release Date". Tattle Tailzz. Archived from the original on February 20, 2016.
  10. ↑ Anita Busch and Nancy Tartaglione (April 12, 2016). "'The Jungle Book', 'Barbershop: The Next Cut' To Ignite Weekend Box Office – Preview". Deadline.com. Retrieved April 13, 2016.
  11. ↑ Pamela McClintock (April 15, 2016). "Box Office: Jon Favreau's 'Jungle Book' Swings to Stellar $4.2M Thursday Night". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved April 17, 2016.
  12. ↑ "Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved July 30, 2016.
  13. ↑ "Barbershop: The Next Cut reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved April 27, 2016.
  14. ↑ "Matinees Solid After 'The Jungle Book's $4.2M, 'Barbershop: The Next Cut's $735K — Friday Box Office". deadline.com.
  15. ↑ Vulpo, Mike (May 24, 2016). "Teen Choice Awards 2016 Nominations Announced: See the "First Wave" of Potential Winners". E!. Archived from the original on May 25, 2016. Retrieved May 25, 2016.

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