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Gypsy

1994·Movie
2h 33min·PG
70
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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Family, show business, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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The Divine Miss M in Broadway's greatest Diva role!

Gypsy's mother Rose dreams of a life in show business for her daughters, but Louise becomes a huge burlesque star. Stage musical loosely based on the memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee.
Showbiz MusicalFamily DramaStage AdaptationTouring LifeAmbitious MotherComing of AgeBased on MemoirsBroadwayAmerican Dream

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Gypsy

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Is Gypsy worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 71%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Gypsy rated?

PGSexual content

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is Gypsy?

2 h 33 min

Gypsy runs 2 h 33 min.

Is Gypsy based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Gypsy?

Critics71
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Gypsy much the same way.

What language is Gypsy in?

EnglishFrench

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

In how many countries can I watch Gypsy?

2SAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Gypsy in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Gypsy use?

What Happened to the Mouse?The GimmickWestminster ChimesLast-Second Word SwapHollywood Tone-DeafTrademark Favorite FoodSpotlight-Stealing SquadIronic EchoVery Loosely Based on a True StoryHometown NicknameNice GuyYou Need to Get Laidand 81 more

TV Tropes lists 93 storytelling tropes for Gypsy, including What Happened to the Mouse?, The Gimmick, Westminster Chimes.