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Red Dust

2004Movie1 h 50 min

62
DecentGoodWatch score
62
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

Sarah Barcant, a lawyer in New York City who grew up in South Africa, returns to her childhood dwelling place to intercede for Alex Mpondo, a Black South African politician who was tortured during apartheid.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Drop-in friendly

Where to watch

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Directed by
Tom Hooper
Music by
Rob Lane

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Facts

January 11, 2004 · 1 h 50 min · Violence, Strong Language

Released
January 11, 2004
Runtime
1 h 50 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Also spoken
Afrikaans, Xhosa
Made in
United Kingdom, South Africa
Available in
12 countries

Tropes

Chinese Laborer, Major Injury Underreaction, Sexy Soaked Shirt +9

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Questions about Red Dust

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Is Red Dust worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Red Dust good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Red Dust use?

Chinese LaborerMajor Injury UnderreactionSexy Soaked ShirtVictoria's Secret CompartmentAsian Speekee EngrishBathtub SceneHooker with a Heart of GoldSexy Discretion ShotMotor MouthAmbiguously GayMalicious MisnamingMs. Fanserviceand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 tropes for it, including Chinese Laborer, Major Injury Underreaction, and Sexy Soaked Shirt.