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It's Good to Be Alive

1974·Movie
1h 40min
IMDb6.6

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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Deeply moving and hopeful

  • Pathos9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Dark Humor1

World

A real life story, sports, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

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About

This movie details the struggles of former Brooklyn Dodger catcher Roy Campanella to adapt to life in a wheelchair following his crippling automobile accident in 1959. Cinematographer Ted Voigtlander was Emmy-nominated.
Inspirational Sports DramaBiographical True StoryOvercoming AdversityEmotional TearjerkerFamily Support NarrativeHistorical Basketball ContextCharacter StudyHopeful ConclusionStrong Lead PerformanceEducational Historical Insight

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Landon
Written by:
Steve Gethers, Roy Campanella
Produced by:
Gerald I. Isenberg, Eddie Foy III
Composed by:
Michel Legrand

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream It's Good to Be Alive legally?

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Is It's Good to Be Alive worth watching?

69
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is It's Good to Be Alive?

1 h 40 min

It's Good to Be Alive runs 1 h 40 min.

Is It's Good to Be Alive based on a true story?

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

What language is It's Good to Be Alive in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch It's Good to Be Alive?

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