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Truman

1995·Movie
2h 15min·PG
81
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, a real life story, and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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Biographical account of America's President for the latter part of WWII. Shows Truman's rise from small-town nobody to leader of the USA, his decision to use the Atomic Bomb against Japan, and subsequent election as the US' post-war President.
BiopicHarry S. TrumanWorld War IIAmerican HistoryPresidentPolitical DramaLeadershipHistorical Account

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Truman worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 89%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Truman rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Truman?

2 h 15 min

Truman runs 2 h 15 min.

Is Truman based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Truman?

Critics89
Audiences73

Not quite. Critics rate Truman higher (89) than audiences (73). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Truman in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Truman?

2CHDE

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