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Mockingbird Don't Sing

2001Movie1 h 38 min

Drama
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Rotten Tomatoes–72%

A deeply moving, melancholic drama movie about a real life story and family, with standout performances.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · public viewing safe

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want fast pacing

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  • Tragic Biographical Drama
  • Child Neglect & Isolation
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  • Heartbreaking True Story
  • Educational & Social Critique
  • Emotionally Heavy
  • Coming-of-Age in Trauma
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Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Harry Bromley Davenport
Written by
Daryl Haney
Produced by
Harry Bromley Davenport, Kris Murphy

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Facts

May 4, 2001 · 1 h 38 min · Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language

Released
May 4, 2001
Runtime
1 h 38 min
Content
Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
5 countries
Keywords
based on true story

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Where can I stream Mockingbird Don't Sing?

fuboTVFlixHousePlexFawesomeCineverseTubi TV

In the United States, Mockingbird Don't Sing streams on fuboTV, and it is free with ads on FlixHouse, Plex, Fawesome, Cineverse, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is Mockingbird Don't Sing worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66 (IMDb 6.3).

Is Mockingbird Don't Sing plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.