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Craigslist Joe

2012Movie1 h 30 min

Documentary
53
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Metacritic457.5Rotten Tomatoes33%64%

A cathartic, hopeful adventure movie about a real life story and everyday modern life.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for scares or brutality.

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Story

In a time when America's economy was crumbling and sense of community was in question, one guy left everything behind to see if he could survive solely on the support and goodwill of the 21st century's new town square: Craigslist.

Feels like

  • Social Experiment
  • Contemporary Realism
  • Documentary Style
  • Craigslist Community
  • American Economy
  • Hope & Connection
  • Humanity & Technology
  • Biographical Journey
  • Grassroots Support

Cast

3 of 3

Crew

Directed by
Joseph Garner

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

August 2, 2012 · 1 h 30 min · Strong Language

Released
August 2, 2012
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Adventure, Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
131 countries

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Questions about Craigslist Joe

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Craigslist Joe worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 45). Audiences rate it higher (69 out of 100) than critics (39).

Is Craigslist Joe okay for kids?

Strong language

Yes: its content advisories are strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Craigslist Joe plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.