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John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls

2018·Movie
1h 44min
81
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John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls fingerprint

Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Moving and cathartic

  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

A real life story, history, and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Duty. Loyalty. Sacrifice. Country.

In-depth look at the life of John McCain, from his time as a POW in Vietnam to his three decades of service in the US Senate.
Biographical DocumentaryJohn McCainVietnam WarAmerican PoliticsPOW ExperiencePolitical LegacyHistorical PerspectivePatriotismResilience

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls

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Where can I stream John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls legally?

John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls rated?

ViolenceSuicide themes

Content advisories: violence and suicide themes.

How long is John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls?

1 h 44 min

John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls runs 1 h 44 min.

Is John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls?

Critics92
Audiences75

Not quite. Critics rate John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls higher (92) than audiences (75). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch John McCain: For Whom the Bell Tolls?

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