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Respect

2021·Movie
2h 25min·PG-13
69
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Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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The rise of Aretha Franklin’s career from a child singing in her father’s church’s choir to her international superstardom.
Iconic Musical BiopicAretha Franklin TributeSoul and Gospel PowerCivil Rights Era ContextEmotional CatharsisJennifer Hudson PerformanceNon-Linear NarrativeFemale EmpowermentNostalgic Americana

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Where can I stream Respect?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Respect from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Microsoft Store. It streams in 32 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Respect worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 61). Audiences rate it higher (76 out of 100) than critics (65).

Is Respect okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceStrong languageDrug use

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence, strong language, and drug use, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will I feel good after watching Respect?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.

Is Respect plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (8 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Was Respect a box office flop?

Budget$55 million
Box office$31 million

Yes: it cost about $55 million to make and earned $31 million worldwide, 57% of its budget.