Sioux City

Name: Sioux City
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Mystery
Released: 1994-04-01
Duration: 1 h 42 min
Cast: Lou Diamond Phillips, Salli Richardson-Whitfield, Melinda Dillon, Lise Cutter, Bill Allen

1994·Movie

·1h 42min·

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Sioux City fingerprint

No humor.

Energy

Tense

Tension7
Adrenaline6
Fast Pace6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Catharsis6
Pathos5
Hopefulness5

Humor

Serious throughout

Wit & Wordplay2
Situational Comedy1
Physical Comedy1

World

Mystery, everyday modern life, and crime

World Immersion6
Dialogue Centrality6
Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Intrigue7
Direction6
Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography6
Editing6
Music Composition5

Energy

Medium

Tense

Sioux City is tense.

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All energy traits

Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.

Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare2Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Medium

Emotionally reserved

It keeps its emotions at a distance.

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All heart traits

Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Coming of Age5Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.

Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy4Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.

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Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

None

Serious throughout

Expect almost no humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Dark Humor1Humor from taboo or grim topics.

World

Medium

Mystery, everyday modern life, and crime

Its world is built around mystery, everyday modern life, and crime.

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All world traits

World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Mystery8Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.
Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.

Craft

Medium

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

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All craft traits

Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting6Performance craft and presence.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.

Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.

Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition5Score and musical identity.

Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

The truth was buried with his mother. Revenge was his only choice.

A young Lakota Sioux, adopted by a wealthy Jewish couple in Beverly Hills, gets in touch with his cultural roots and solves a mystery in this thriller.

Cultural IdentityMystery ThrillerLakota SiouxFish-Out-of-WaterCultural RootsSelf-DiscoveryAdoptionBeverly Hills

Actors

Lou Diamond Phillips

Jesse Rainfeather Goldman

Salli Richardson-Whitfield

Jolene Buckley

Melinda Dillon

Leah Goldman

Lise Cutter

Allison

Bill Allen

Dan Larkin

Apesanahkwat

Clifford Rainfeather

John Dye

Colin Adams

Gary Farmer

Russell White

Ralph Waite

Drew McDermott

Tantoo Cardinal

Dawn Rainfeather

Michael Corbett

Ray Dawes

Adam Roarke

Douglas Goldman

Joseph Marcell

Dr. Darryl Reichert

Earl Boen

Andre

Erik Stabenau

Young McDermott

Crew

Directed by:

Lou Diamond Phillips

Written by:

L. Virginia Browne

Produced by:

H. Daniel Gross, Richard Weinman, L. Virginia Browne

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Sioux City legally?

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Is Sioux City worth watching?

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Sioux City rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is Sioux City?

1 h 42 min

Sioux City runs 1 h 42 min.

What language is Sioux City in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Sioux City?

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sioux City in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Sioux City use?

Blood from the MouthMagical Native AmericanHospital Gurney Scene"Rediscovering Roots" Trip

TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for Sioux City, including Blood from the Mouth, Magical Native American, Hospital Gurney Scene.

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What tropes does Sioux City use?

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Mystery

Crime

Intrigue

Psychological

Adrenaline

Tension

Social Commentary

Character Depth