Beat

2000·Movie
1h 33min·R
53
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Beat fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Violence5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Coming of Age6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor4
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, a real life story, and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Sex and Drugs before Rock and Roll

The true story of two murders that shaped the lives of several college students who went on to become some of the most influential writers of the "Beat Generation."
Beat GenerationHistorical DramaTrue Crime ElementsLiterary BiographyDark & GrittyPsychological ExplorationArtistic StruggleComing-of-AgeCounter-Culture

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Questions about Beat

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Is Beat worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Beat rated?

RViolenceSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Beat?

1 h 33 min

Beat runs 1 h 33 min.

Is Beat based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Beat in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Beat?

5ATCACHDEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Beat in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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