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A talented, eclectic ensemble cast reunites the Joseph family in the hour-long family drama, Soul Food, an Edmonds Entertainment/State Street Pictures production in association with Paramount Network Television for Showtime. Soul Food was the first original Showtime series to receive a second... more »

A talented, eclectic ensemble cast reunites the Joseph family in the hour-long family drama, Soul Food, an Edmonds Entertainment/State Street Pictures production in association with Paramount Network Television for Showtime. Soul Food was the first original Showtime series to receive a second season order from the network.

Based on the critically acclaimed film from writer/director George Tillman, Jr. the series Soul Food takes an honest, touching look at tradition and family life through the trials and tribulations of a tight-knit African-American family living in Chicago. Without missing a beat, Soul Food picks up where the 1997 film left off – with a family trying to do the best it can with what life has dealt them, while facing day to day turmoil that seems to permeate their lives.

Although the Joseph's beloved matriarch, Mama Joe (Irma P. Hall, Soul Food), has passed away, she is still there in spirit and her words of wisdom resound through her grandson Ahmad (Aaron Meeks), who is having a hard time adapting to his new role as "man of the house" since his parent's separation. Maxine (Vanessa Williams, Melrose Place) and Kenny (Rockmond Dunbar) found that time apart was the only palpable solution to their problems – at least for the time being. And while Lem (Darrin Dewitt Henson) and Bird (Malinda Williams, High School High) do their best to help reunite the couple, it soon becomes clear to the entire family that Maxine and Kenny just need some time on their own.

Teri (Nicole Ari Parker, Loving Jezebel) is wooed by her old company, Greene & Norris, and offered a partnership and chance to head the firm's labor department. However, this opportunity worries Damon (Boris Kodjoe, Love & Basketball) and Maxine who feel that Teri's panic attacks aren't yet a thing of the past. And although the family faces difficult hurdles, they always find their way back to the traditional Sunday dinner that allows them to share each other's company and recognize that they truly mean the world to each other.less «

• What's your favorite LOVE scene and why?

  Since we are talking about these fine men...Ladies tell your favorite LOVE scene? Men tell as well, whats your favorite LOVE scene?

  Since we are talking about these fine men...Ladies tell your favorite LOVE scene? Men tell as well, whats your favorite LOVE scene? less «

  tvwatch77 Last online Sep 25, 2008
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  who sang that beautiful song on soul food episode #5 pagan poetry? and what was the name of the song? so i can buy it as so...more »

  who sang that beautiful song on soul food episode #5 pagan poetry? and what was the name of the song? so i can buy it as soon as possible. It came on in the begining and the end of the show. Thanks less «

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• song in episode 5

  Who sang the song in the episode 5-pagan poetry and what was the name of the song? Please email the info so i can go out and by it. inknnrly@yahoo.com the young man sang it at the begining and at the end of that episode.

  Who sang the song in the episode 5-pagan poetry and what was the name of the song? Please email the info so i can go out and by it. inknnrly@yahoo.com the young man sang it at the begining and at the end of that episode.less «

  msuptown Last online Aug 9, 2008
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  10 Perfect

  This is the best show that has ever graced the TV. This need to be brought back now! The chracters are believable and lovable. hide « show »

  I am truly disappointed that this show was canceled. This was the best drama of all time. The story lines were strong and true. It showed real black love! I love the way Terri and Lem's relationship grew. They went from a sister and brother-in-law that couldn't stand each other to a sister and brother-in-law that not only loved and respected each other, but would fight for one another. That was real! Terri and Damon had some poweful scenes. Their Chemistry together was mind blowing. I alweays thought they were seeing each other off camera. I was right. They are married with two kids. I miss this show so much. I am glad I have it to watch on DVD!

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  taytreli Added Jan 5, 2009 All my reviews
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  9.3 Superb

  A family struggles through life, haunted and influenced by the recent passing of their mother, but remains bonded through the food that reminds them of home. Through all things they stick together. hide « show »

  I honestly enjoy Soul Food. Although it doesn't come on regularly, I'm stuck to the tv when it does. It's so refreshing to see black actors in positive roles, that celebrate not only their sexuality (which the media often focuses on) but their roles as parents, as professionals, and as family members.

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  arinze99 Added Jun 6, 2007 All my reviews
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  6.5 Fair

  A decent show. hide « show »

  For a while, there has been a new wave of television show. This show required, what one would say, a "continuation" of a character or particular character's lives. This show required a great call to authority and possibly had the hardest task of living up to it's predecessor's status. If anyone knows what I'm talking about, it's the sudden trend of television shows based off movies that are starting to sweep the television airwaves currently. If you've already guessed it, "Soul Food" now falls into this category.
  
  Receiving positive reviews and doing pretty good at the box office, "Soul Food," the 1997 film starring a cast of rising A-list actors & actresses struck a chord with audiences, most notably the African-American audience and helped redefine the black family film. Since, this film was a hit on all levels, what would one expect next? You've guessed it, turn it into a weekly television series. I must say that I feel that the television show is much better than the film. Not that the film was bad or anything, it's just that the television show allows the audience to sympathize and grow with the characters over a period of time. Here we are, each week for one hour, we get to tap into the Joeseph sisters lives and realize that they are more than one-dimensional characters. With the film version, we only got 2 hours to really tap into the lives of the Joseph sisters, but with the series we're given a chance to see how they have evolved as characters.
  
  They're are many positive things about this show. For one, I think that this show presents African Americans, especially men, in a positive light. Here, the male characters are not deadbeat dads, drunkards or living their life from check to check. Another plus, is that I think this show has very good acting. Perhaps I think my favorite actor on this show is Rockmund Dunbar(Kenny Chadway) but I'm surprised they didn't cast a much taller actor to play his character. Let's don't forget Nicole Ari Parker and her believable portrayal of Teri Joseph, the leader and the most successful out of the Joseph Sisters.
  
  It's funny because I didn't start watching this show until a couple of months after it was taken off the air, but I try to watch it every night it comes on BET. My word of advice is don't watch it on BET because they cut out all the good parts(oh God, the humanity) so it is better to watch it on Showtime, edited free. This is a good show and I recommend it.

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  da_dunker Added Apr 30, 2007 All my reviews
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  10 Perfect

  One of the best black TV Drama's out there- just wish there was more of it. hide « show »

  I live in the UK and I became excited to see Soul Food on Satellite! Although some of the scenes are heavily edited and the show times are inconsitent- this show is one of my all time favourites and frankly I cant get enuff of it.
  
  I brought the original Soul Food movie and enjoyed it very much. When it eventually came out as a tv drama recently I was pleased to see it. Soul Food has to be one of the best black drama's there is right now on tv. The cast are very comfortable with each other and are able to add realism to the show that makes it easy to relate too.
  Just like the 'Joseph sisters' I too have 2 sisters and we are very close.I can definately relate to the strong bond and the way they are fiercely protective of each other and the family as a whole!
  
  I cant wait for the series to come out on DVD!

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  sistawit Added Apr 20, 2007 All my reviews
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  10 Perfect

  i love this show. it's a feel good show where u get some popcorn and just enjoy! hide « show »

  this show is great! one of the best show ever! i was sad when the show was over. great cast. this show is so real. it show enery day life of black people. if u don't like this show then your out of your mind. because u this show makes u laugh,cry, and just makes you happy. why they end the show i can't say. but i do know that it was the longest black to run over! and they should try to bring the show back. the only thing is that it was on cable so if u didn't have cable then you didn't see it. but now you can see it on bet and bet jazz! thank you god!

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  brttany Added Apr 13, 2007 All my reviews