A Raisin In The Sun is a book by Lorraine Hansberry that tells a story about a african american family of five living in poverty in Chicago in the 40s.They all have a dream of getting out of the small kitchenette space and working for their dream job.Then they receive an insurance check for $10,000 for the death of big Walter.Because of how successful Lorraine Hansberry’s book was there were many movies and plays based of of the book.Two of the most popular movies were one starring Sean Combs made in the 2000s.And the other starring Sidney Poitier made in the 1950s.The film that best captures Lorraine Hansberry’s vision is the one made in the 1950s.Because the acting was better and they followed the script.
