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Illusions

1982Movie34 min

Drama
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9

Summary

A woman in a Hollywood dubbing studio struggles with race and preconceptions. The short film depicts the life of an African American woman passing as a white woman working in the film industry during the 1940s. It calls attention to the lack of African Americans in the film industry during that era.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or adrenaline.

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Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
Julie Dash
Written by
Julie Dash
Produced by
Julie Dash
Music by
Eugene Bohlmann

Everyone

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Facts

August 30, 1982 · 34 min · Drama

Released
August 30, 1982
Runtime
34 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
1 country

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Illusions?"

Questions about Illusions

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Illusions?

Kanopy

In the United States, Illusions is free with ads on Kanopy.

Is Illusions worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 6.9).

Is Illusions plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Is Illusions good for date night?

and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe

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