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I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang
1932·Movie
I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Fast Pace8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Moving and melancholic
- Pathos8
- Melancholy7
- Catharsis7
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
World
History, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Direction8
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang is tense, fast-paced, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
NoneMoving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness1Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Related traits
- Bleakness9Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, society, and class and money
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, society, and class and money. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Six sticks of dynamite that blasted his way to freedom … and awoke America’s conscience!
A World War I veteran’s dreams of becoming a master architect evaporate in the cold light of economic realities. Things get even worse when he’s falsely convicted of a crime and sent to work on a chain gang.
Pre-Code EraSocial InjusticePrison EscapeChain GangHistorical DramaBleakCritique of the Justice SystemAmerican SouthFast-Paced
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Is I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 8.2, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 87). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang?
1 h 32 min
I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang runs 1 h 32 min.
Is I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang?
Critics92
Audiences87
Yes. Critics average 92 and audiences 87 out of 100, so both groups see I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang much the same way.
What language is I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang?
11
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What tropes does I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang use?
The Film of the BookFantasy-Forbidding FatherSpinning PaperCaper RationalizationConveniently CellmatesStar-Crossed LoversHooker with a Heart of GoldClothesline StealingAll Crimes Are EqualPursue the Dream JobWhere the Hell Is Springfield?Ironyand 44 more
TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang, including The Film of the Book, Fantasy-Forbidding Father, Spinning Paper.