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Blackbird

2014·Movie
1h 39min·R
40
WeakGoodWatch score

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace2
  • Violence2

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age10
  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Growing up, everyday modern life, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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About

Will you choose to be what you had no choice in being...

Seventeen-year-old Randy tries very hard to be a good person. Since his father left, Randy takes care of his emotionally disturbed mother, and he's the kind of friend all of his classmates can depend on. As strong as he seems on the outside, Randy is hiding a secret inner struggle and denial of his true self. It's not until he opens himself up to love that he discovers that becoming a man means accepting who you really are.
LGBTQ+ Coming-of-AgeIndie DramaEmotional CatharsisFamily TraumaFirst LoveSelf-DiscoveryQuiet IntimacyRealistic Teen ExperienceHopeful Resolution

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Blackbird

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Blackbird legally?

Blackbird is included with a subscription to ALLBLK in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Blackbird worth watching?

40
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 5.6, Rotten Tomatoes 45%, and Metacritic 33). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Blackbird rated?

RStrong languageSexual contentDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Blackbird?

1 h 39 min

Blackbird runs 1 h 39 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Blackbird?

Critics39
Audiences56

Not quite. Audiences rate Blackbird higher (56) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Blackbird in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Blackbird?

3AUCAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Blackbird in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.