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Luce

2019·Movie
1h 49min·R

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Immersive world, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Catharsis7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

Everyday modern life, politics, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Ambiguity8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

The truth has many faces.

A star athlete and top student, Luce's idealized image is challenged by one of his teachers when his unsettling views on political violence come to light, putting a strain on family bonds while igniting intense debates on race and identity.
Psychological DramaPrep SchoolIdentity & RaceDebate & DiscussionFamily SecretsMoral AmbiguitySlow Burn SuspenseCharacter DrivenProvocative Themes

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Luce legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Luce worth watching?

74
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Luce rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Luce?

1 h 49 min

Luce runs 1 h 49 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Luce?

Critics82
Audiences70

Not quite. Critics rate Luce higher (82) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Luce in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, China.

In how many countries can I watch Luce?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Luce in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.