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‘The Dutchman’: Mixed Reviews for Racial Politics Drama

1/6/2026

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Story summary

The Dutchman, directed by André Gaines, premiered in theaters on January 2, 2026.
The film is based on Amiri Baraka's 1964 play.
It follows Clay, a troubled businessman played by André Holland, exploring racial and sexual politics, with Kate Mara among the cast.
Critics gave a mixed response, with a 50% Rotten Tomatoes score, and Collider's Shawn Van Horn rated it 7/10.

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Story summary

The Dutchman, directed by André Gaines, premiered in theaters on January 2, 2026.
The film is based on Amiri Baraka's 1964 play.
It follows Clay, a troubled businessman played by André Holland, exploring racial and sexual politics, with Kate Mara among the cast.
Critics gave a mixed response, with a 50% Rotten Tomatoes score, and Collider's Shawn Van Horn rated it 7/10.