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Redbelt

2008·Movie
1h 39min·R

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and sports

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

There's always a way out. You just have to find it.

Martial artist Mike Terry lives by a strict code of no competitions, for he feels that such contests weaken fighters. After saving a famous action star from a brutal attack, Mike takes a job in the film industry. He soon finds his personal beliefs and integrity on the line as circumstances force him to participate in a prize fight.
JujitsuMoral DilemmaLos AngelesCharacter StudyCrime DramaMartial ArtsPrincipled ProtagonistShowbiz Corruption

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Redbelt

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Where can I stream Redbelt legally?

Redbelt is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Redbelt worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Redbelt rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Redbelt?

1 h 39 min

Redbelt runs 1 h 39 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Redbelt?

Critics69
Audiences66

Yes. Critics average 69 and audiences 66 out of 100, so both groups see Redbelt much the same way.

What language is Redbelt in?

EnglishJapanesePortuguese

It was made in English, with some Japanese, Portuguese. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Redbelt?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Redbelt in 73 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Redbelt use?

No OSHA ComplianceCode of HonourArtistic License – Martial ArtsThe VoicelessThe Ending Changes EverythingWarrior PoetMartial PacifistArtistic License – Sports

TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Redbelt, including No OSHA Compliance, Code of Honour, Artistic License – Martial Arts.