lackawanna blue be a very moving film depict an era fill with vary emotion and character a see through the eye of a young boy . the film clearly support it take a village to raise a child and reminds of an important time in black history and culture . i gain an incredible amount of respect for macy gray a an actress . her character be a little crazy and yet lovable while clearly we all have know someone like macy character . s. epatha merkerson be absolutely fantastic a nanny . i never realize that epatha be such a great actress . law and order never showcased the depth of epatha act ability like lackawanna blue . i be pleasantly surprised and amaze . the music and the character remind me of my own childhood . it be a sweet nostalgic walk down memory lane . i truly enjoy the film and eagerly await the dvd release to add to my collection .