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For Colored Girls
2010·Movie
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Strong craft, striking style, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension5
- Fast Pace4
- Spectacle4
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Catharsis8
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor3
- Satire & Parody2
World
Everyday modern life, society, and the mind
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances, dialogue, and characters
- Acting8
- Dialogue Quality8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumDeeply moving and melancholic
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, society, and the mind
Its world is built around everyday modern life, society, and the mind.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism10Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics5Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
Craft
HighStandout performances, dialogue, and characters
The performances, dialogue, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
Many voices. One poem.
A film about existence from the perspective of 20 nameless black females. Each of the women portray one of the characters represented in the collection of twenty poems, revealing different issues that impact women in general and women of color in particular.
African-American Women's ExperiencePoetic DramaSocial IssuesEmotional IntensityFeminist PerspectiveCharacter-DrivenContemporary RealismRelationships & IdentityDialogue-Heavy
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Is For Colored Girls worth watching?
53
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 31%, and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is For Colored Girls rated?
RSexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.
How long is For Colored Girls?
2 h 14 min
For Colored Girls runs 2 h 14 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on For Colored Girls?
Critics41
Audiences66
Not quite. Audiences rate For Colored Girls higher (66) than critics (41). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
Was For Colored Girls a box office hit?
Budget$21 million
Box office$38 million
Roughly broke even. It cost about $21 million to make and earned $38 million worldwide, 1.8 times its budget.
What language is For Colored Girls in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch For Colored Girls?
53
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+39GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for For Colored Girls in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does For Colored Girls use?
Freudian ExcuseJerk with a Heart of GoldNo BisexualsIn Case You Forgot Who Wrote ItNo SympathyWham ShotSuicide by PillsBut Not Too BlackEvil Old FolksLaser-Guided KarmaRape as DramaAbusive Parentsand 29 more
TV Tropes lists 41 storytelling tropes for For Colored Girls, including Freudian Excuse, Jerk with a Heart of Gold, No Bisexuals.