'76

Name: '76
Genre: Romance, Drama
Released: 2016-11-25
Duration: 1 h 58 min
Cast: Rita Dominic, Ramsey Nouah, Efetobore Afatakpa, Nenye Eke, Nelly Ekwereogo

2016·Movie

·1h 58min·PG-13·

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'76 fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Tension9
Adrenaline7
Violence6

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

Pathos7
Family Dynamics7
Romance5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay3
Physical Comedy1
Situational Comedy0

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

World Immersion8
Dialogue Centrality7
Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

Acting9
Direction8
Narrative Structure8

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography7
Editing7
Music Composition7

Energy

High

Nerve-racking and thrilling

'76 is nerve-racking and thrilling.

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All energy traits

Tension9Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Scare1Frightening moments and scares.

Related traits

Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

Low

Moving

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's moving. Much of it is about family.

All heart traits

Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Family Dynamics7Relationships and generational ties.
Romance5Love stories and emotional connections.
Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.

Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.

Related traits

Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

None

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.

World

Medium

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

Its world is built around history, politics, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.

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All world traits

World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Historical9Period settings and real events.
Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.

Warfare7Battles, strategy, and conflict.
Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
Crime6Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Craft

High

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

The performances, direction, and storytelling stand out.

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All craft traits

Acting9Performance craft and presence.
Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.

Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Educational6Informative and instructive.

Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

High

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition7Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Music Centrality6Songs central to storytelling.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.

Related traits

Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

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About

Nollywood superstars Ramsey Nouah, Rita Dominic, and Chidi Mokeme headline this gripping drama set against the backdrop of the attempted 1976 military coup against the government of General Murtala Mohammed.

Nollywood Political ThrillerHistorical Coup DramaIntense & GrippingFamily & LoyaltyNigerian HistorySuspenseful NarrativeStrong PerformancesMilitary UndercurrentsSocially Relevant

Actors

Chidi Mokeme

Major Gomos

Crew

Directed by:

Izu Ojukwu

Sequels and Prequels

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