Burlesque

2019·Movie
1h 23min

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Wholesome8
  • Coming of Age8

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A film about an overweight elementary school teacher, Betty, who challenges herself to a burlesque dance in revealing clothes and regains her self-confidence as well as a student with a physical complex.
Self-DiscoveryBody PositivityEmpowermentFeel-Good DramaInspirationalPersonal GrowthTeacher-Student BondHeartwarmingCharacter-Driven

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Burlesque

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Where can I stream Burlesque legally?

Burlesque is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Burlesque worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Burlesque?

1 h 23 min

Burlesque runs 1 h 23 min.

What language is Burlesque in?

Czech

It was made in Czech.

In how many countries can I watch Burlesque?

30AOARAUBZCACLCMCOECESFRGBGGGY+16

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Burlesque in 30 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Burlesque use?

Chekhov's GunReal Life Writes the PlotExpyLast Het RomanceMr. FanserviceCamp StraightCover SongI Need a Freaking DrinkTake That!Mistaken for CheatingDrowning My SorrowsAscended Fangirland 46 more

TV Tropes lists 58 storytelling tropes for Burlesque, including Chekhov's Gun, Real Life Writes the Plot, Expy.

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