Good Hair(2009)
Good Hair Synopsis
An exposé of comic proportions that only Chris Rock could pull off, GOOD HAIR visits beauty salons and hairstyling battles, scientific laboratories and Indian temples to explore the way hairstyles impact the activities, pocketbooks, sexual relationships, and self-esteem of the black community.
Good Hair (2009) is a documentary and comedy film directed by Jeff Stilson, released on October 9, 2009 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Maya Angelou, Chris Rock, Nia Long and Vanessa Bell Calloway. Viewers rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 109 ratings.
- Director:
- Jeff Stilson
- Writers:
- Lance Crouther, Chris Rock, Jeff Stilson
- Producers:
- Kevin O'Donnell, Jenny Hunter
- Cinematographer:
- Cliff Charles
- Composer:
- Marcus Miller
- Production:
- Chris Rock Entertainment, HBO Films
- Status:
- Released
Good Hair Cast & Crew
Main cast
Maya Angelou
as Self
Chris Rock
as Self
Nia Long
as Self
Vanessa Bell Calloway
as Self
Ice-T
as Self
- Tanya Crumel
Tanya Crumel
as Self - Hair Battle Contestant
- Kevin Kirk
Kevin Kirk
as Self - Hair Battle Contestant
- Derek J
Derek J
as Self - Hair Battle Contestant
- Freddie J
Freddie J
as Self - Hair Battle Contestant
- Jason Griggers
Jason Griggers
as Self - Hair Battle Contestant
- A'Lelia Bundles
A'Lelia Bundles
as Self
- Marvet Britto
Marvet Britto
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Jeff Stilson, written by Lance Crouther, Chris Rock and Jeff Stilson, produced by Kevin O'Donnell and Jenny Hunter.
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Good Hair Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.5/10 from 109 ratings.
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Good Hair – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Good Hair online?
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Good Hair (2009) is currently available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Good Hair?
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The main cast of Good Hair (2009) includes Maya Angelou, Chris Rock, Nia Long, Vanessa Bell Calloway and Ice-T. The film was directed by Jeff Stilson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Good Hair released?
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Good Hair was released on October 9, 2009 and runs for 1h 36m.
Is Good Hair worth watching?
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Good Hair (2009) holds an average rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 109 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.