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On Sacred Ground

2023·Movie
1h 54min
IMDb5.4Metacritic–7.3Rotten Tomatoes29%75%

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On Sacred Ground fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life, society, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

It's time to take a stand.

Based on the true events during the 2016 construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline that runs through the Standing Rock Indian Reservation in North Dakota on land that is owned by the Lakota “Sioux” Tribe. The film follows Daniel, a journalist and Afghanistan War military veteran, and Elliot, an oil company executive, who find themselves on opposite sides of the fight during the construction of the contentious pipeline.
Environmental ActivismNative American RightsBased on True EventsPolitical DramaSocial JusticeMan vs. NatureCorporate GreedSpiritual AwakeningTense Standoff

Crew

Directed by:
Josh Tickell, Rebecca Harrell Tickell
Written by:
William Mapother, Josh Tickell, Josh Tickell

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about On Sacred Ground

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Where can I stream On Sacred Ground legally?

PrimeThe RokuPlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsStarzShout! FactoryTubi TVAmazon MX Player

On Sacred Ground 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, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is On Sacred Ground worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 5.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 29%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is On Sacred Ground rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is On Sacred Ground?

1 h 54 min

On Sacred Ground runs 1 h 54 min.

Is On Sacred Ground based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on On Sacred Ground?

Critics29
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate On Sacred Ground higher (67) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is On Sacred Ground in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch On Sacred Ground?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for On Sacred Ground in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.