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Talk to Me

2007·Movie
1h 58min·R
72
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Strong craft, striking style.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Tension5

Heart

Nostalgic and melancholic

  • Nostalgia8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody5
  • Dark Humor5

World

A real life story, society, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The story of Washington D.C. radio personality Ralph "Petey" Greene, an ex-con who became a popular talk show host and community activist in the 1960s.
Biographical Drama1960s Washington D.C.Radio PersonalityCommunity ActivistSocial CommentaryCivil Rights EraInspirational StoryDynamic Performances

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Talk to Me legally?

Talk to Me is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Talk to Me worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Talk to Me rated?

RStrong language

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

How long is Talk to Me?

1 h 58 min

Talk to Me runs 1 h 58 min.

Is Talk to Me based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Talk to Me?

Critics76
Audiences71

Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 71 out of 100, so both groups see Talk to Me much the same way.

What language is Talk to Me in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Talk to Me?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Talk to Me in 19 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Talk to Me use?

Anti-HeroArc WordsThe AtonerCategory TraitorKavorka ManCharacter CatchphraseWardens Are EvilBenevolent BossThey Call Me MISTER Tibbs!Batman GambitJerkassBaritone of Strengthand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for Talk to Me, including Anti-Hero, Arc Words, The Atoner.