What’s Happening Myron: Alex Cross, Tyler Perry's evolution

I never thought I would ever say these words, but I actually can’t wait until next week for the opening of the new Tyler Perry movie. Really. Although I have long admired Tyler Perry and his work, I’ve never been a big fan of Medea, the stage play or the movie version. I have reluctantly sat through his “Medea-less” movies as well, only because I admire his work ethic and I felt that he deserved my support. However, after seeing the trailers for Alex Cross, I have a new found respect for the guy. Not that I didn’t respect him before, however he now only has my respect, but my admiration and full my support.

When I watched the trailer, I couldn’t help but think of Will Smith on the eve of the release of Independence Day. Here’s why…After watching the trailer for Independence Day, you couldn’t help but to think Will Smith was on the cusp of something big. I remember thinking that this movie is gonna make Will Smith a gigantic star. I had the feeling that we only had just a little more time to enjoy the Fresh Prince of Bel Air. Will was gonna start doing only movies from that point on. I was right.

My ultimate point is this...I don’t think we’re gonna be seeing this guy in a dress any time soon. I predict Alex Cross will be the biggest film in his career. I also predict that this film will exceed the box office numbers of its predecessors, “Kiss the Girls” and “Along Came a Spider” and I loved Morgan Freeman in both of those films. Tyler Perry has the right following, the right name and now the right project for a career changing project.