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Black Mama, White Mama

1973·Movie
1h 27min
48
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic59–Rotten Tomatoes–38%
IMDb5.6Metacritic59–Rotten Tomatoes–38%

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Nostalgia5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some slapstick and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Dark Humor5
  • Satire & Parody4

World

History and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

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About

Chicks in Chains - where they come from this is... Fun!

When two troublemaking female prisoners (one a revolutionary, the other a former harem-girl) can't seem to get along, they are chained together and extradited for safekeeping. The women, still chained together, stumble, stab, and cat-fight their way across the wilderness, igniting a bloody shootout between gangsters and a group of revolutionaries.
BlaxploitationPrison EscapeFemale Buddy Film70s GrindhouseAction ComedyCampySocial CommentaryRevolutionary

Crew

Directed by:
Eddie Romero, María Abelardo, Maria Saret
Written by:
Jonathan Demme, Joe Viola, H.R. Christian
Produced by:
John Ashley, Eddie Romero, Mario David
Composed by:
Ronald Stein, Gabby Castellano, Harry Betts

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Black Mama, White Mama

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Black Mama, White Mama worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48/100 (IMDb 5.6 and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Black Mama, White Mama rated?

ViolenceNuditySexual content

Content advisories: violence, nudity, and sexual content.

How long is Black Mama, White Mama?

1 h 27 min

Black Mama, White Mama runs 1 h 27 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Black Mama, White Mama?

Critics59
Audiences47

Not quite. Critics rate Black Mama, White Mama higher (59) than audiences (47). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Black Mama, White Mama a box office hit?

Budget$200,000
Box office$1 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $200,000 to make and earned $1 million worldwide, 5.0 times its budget.

What language is Black Mama, White Mama in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Philippines, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Black Mama, White Mama?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Black Mama, White Mama in 109 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Black Mama, White Mama use?

Sassy Black WomanGirls Behind BarsLady in RedChained HeatPsycho LesbianTap on the HeadAction GirlBad HabitsExploitation FilmRecycled with a GimmickPunishment BoxShower Sceneand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Black Mama, White Mama, including Sassy Black Woman, Girls Behind Bars, Lady in Red.