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Get on the Bus
1996·Movie
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Strong craft, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense
- Tension7
- Fast Pace6
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Moving
- Pathos7
- Melancholy6
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Satire & Parody5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
World
Society, history, and everyday modern life
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition6
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Romance3Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some satire.
All humor traits
- Satire & Parody5Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy3Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumSociety, history, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around society, history, and everyday modern life.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative2Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace6Quick tempo and momentum.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
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About
On October 16, 1996, the one year anniversary of the Million Man March, Spike Lee invites you to lift your head, raise your voice, and...get on the bus.
Fifteen Black men gather in South Central LA to take a cross-country bus trip to attend the Million Man March in Washington, DC in October 1995. Among the attendees are an eclectic set of characters, including a laid-off aircraft worker, a man whose at-risk son is handcuffed to him, a Black Republican, a former gangsta, a Hollywood actor, a cop of mixed racial background, and a white bus driver. All make the trek discussing issues surrounding the March, including manhood, religion, politics, sexuality, and race.
Million Man MarchBlack Male IdentitySocial CommentaryPolitical DiscourseCharacter EnsembleRoad TripRace RelationsHistorical ContextDialogue-Driven
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Is Get on the Bus worth watching?
77
GreatGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 84). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Get on the Bus rated?
RStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Get on the Bus?
2 h 1 min
Get on the Bus runs 2 h 1 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Get on the Bus?
Critics87
Audiences69
Not quite. Critics rate Get on the Bus higher (87) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
Was Get on the Bus a box office hit?
Budget$2 million
Box office$6 million
Yes. It cost about $2 million to make and earned $6 million worldwide, 2.4 times its budget.
What language is Get on the Bus in?
EnglishItalian
It was made in English, with some Italian. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Get on the Bus?
7
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