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White Man's Burden
1995·Movie
·1h 29min·R·
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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and thrilling
- Tension8
- Adrenaline7
- Violence7
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody7
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay3
World
Society, class and money, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography6
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
HighTense and thrilling
White Man's Burden is tense, thrilling, and violent.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving
Emotionally, it's moving.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumSociety, class and money, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around society, class and money, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism9Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Contemporary Realism8Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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Reality Just Switched Sides
The story takes place in alternative America where the blacks are members of social elite, and whites are inhabitants of inner city ghettos. Louis Pinnock is a white worker in a chocolate factory, loving husband and father of two children. While delivering a package for black CEO Thaddeus Thomas, he is mistaken for a voyeur and, as a result, loses his job, gets beaten by black cops and his family gets evicted from their home. Desperate Pinnock takes a gun and kidnaps Thomas, demanding justice.
Racial InversionSocial SatireCrime ThrillerEconomic DisparityPolitical CommentaryIntense DramaCharacter StudyThought-Provoking
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Questions about White Man's Burden
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is White Man's Burden worth watching?
51
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 5.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is White Man's Burden rated?
RViolenceStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.
How long is White Man's Burden?
1 h 29 min
White Man's Burden runs 1 h 29 min.
Was White Man's Burden a box office hit?
Budget$7 million
Box office$9 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 1.3 times its budget.
What language is White Man's Burden in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in France, United States.
What tropes does White Man's Burden use?
MammyPersecution FlipStereotype FlipNever Trust a TrailerToo Dumb to LiveThe Hero DiesMoral MyopiaJust the Introduction to the OppositesPolice Brutality"The Reason You Suck" SpeechWhite Man's BurdenIn Spite of a Nailand 5 more
TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for White Man's Burden, including Mammy, Persecution Flip, Stereotype Flip.