‘Cadillac Records’

It’s the 1950s, and a small recording studio in Chicago begins releasing the music of such stars as Muddy Waters (Jeffrey Wright), Howlin’ Wolf (Eamonn Walker), Etta James (Beyoncé) and Chuck Berry (Mos Def).

Running time/rating: 1:49; rated R for pervasive language and some sexuality.

What they’re saying: “Cadillac Records may be a mess dramatically, but it’s a wonderful mess, and not just because of the great music.” – Joe Morgenstern, Wall Street Journal