Burlesque

1980·Movie
1h 45min
55
DecentGoodWatch score

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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Burlesque fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance5
  • Hopefulness5
  • Nostalgia4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Show business and history

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality8
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Recreation of a nightclub's burlesque show, alternating between dance numbers and bits of narrative involving performers backstage or audience members.
Burlesque ShowNightclub EntertainmentHistorical SettingDance NumbersBackstage DramaMusical PerformancesVisual SpectacleErotic Elements

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Burlesque

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Burlesque legally?

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Is Burlesque worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Burlesque rated?

NuditySexual content

Content advisories: nudity and sexual content.

How long is Burlesque?

1 h 45 min

Burlesque runs 1 h 45 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Burlesque?

Critics100
Audiences68

Not quite. Critics rate Burlesque higher (100) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Burlesque in?

Spanish

It was made in Spanish. Produced in Mexico.

In how many countries can I watch Burlesque?

5CLCOECMXPE

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

What tropes does Burlesque use?

True CompanionsRomantic False LeadAscended FangirlLady DrunkBreak the HaughtyNaïve NewcomerNo BisexualsWelcome to the Big CityCover SongShout-OutEarn Your Happy EndingIt's All About Meand 46 more

TV Tropes lists 58 storytelling tropes for Burlesque, including True Companions, Romantic False Lead, Ascended Fangirl.

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