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Buying the War
2007·Movie
·1h 25min·
Buying the War fingerprint
Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle4
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy6
- Pathos5
- Catharsis4
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody4
- Wit & Wordplay3
- Dark Humor2
World
History, politics, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Complexity8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos5Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics1Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, politics, and society
Its world is built around history, politics, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Politics9Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Complexity8Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- 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.
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About
How big media failed us
In 2003, the United States pre-emptively attacked Iraq in a war that would last for eight years claiming an estimated 189,000 lives, costing over $2 trillion and causing untold economic and emotional devastation for the Iraqi people. In this 2007 documentary that originally aired on Bill Moyers Journal, Moyers investigates big media’s role as cheerleader in the clamor for war in the months preceding the March 19, 2003 invasion. How did the mainstream press get it so wrong in the run-up to the Iraq War?
Iraq WarMedia CriticismPolitical DocumentaryInvestigative JournalismWar PropagandaBill MoyersHistorical AnalysisSocial CritiqueU.S. Foreign Policy
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Is Buying the War worth watching?
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GreatGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Buying the War rated?
Strong language
Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Buying the War?
1 h 25 min
Buying the War runs 1 h 25 min.
What language is Buying the War in?
English
It was made in English.