Nationtime

1972·Movie
1h 20min
84
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.2Metacritic88–Rotten Tomatoes100%–

Where to watch

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Nationtime fingerprint

Calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor1

World

Politics, society, and history

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Cinematography5
  • Music Composition4

Who it's for

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About

A report on the National Black Political Convention held in Gary, Indiana, in 1972, a historic event that gathered Black voices from across the political spectrum, among them Jesse Jackson, Dick Gregory, Coretta Scott King, Richard Hatcher, Amiri Baraka, Charles Diggs, and H. Carl McCall.
Civil Rights Era DocumentaryPolitical HistoryBlack Power MovementArchival FootageSocial Justice AdvocacyAcademic & EducationalHistorical ReflectionActivist NarrativeMid-20th Century AmericaSystemic Oppression Analysis

Crew

Directed by:
William Greaves
Written by:
Langston Hughes, William Greaves, Amiri Baraka
Produced by:
Jane Fonda, William Greaves, Sandra Schulberg
Composed by:
Donald Greaves

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Nationtime

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Nationtime legally?

KanopyHooplaCriterionKino Film CollectionTubi TV

Nationtime is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Tubi TV. 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 Nationtime worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 88). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Nationtime rated?

Strong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: strong language and disturbing imagery.

How long is Nationtime?

1 h 20 min

Nationtime runs 1 h 20 min.

Is Nationtime based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Nationtime?

Critics94
Audiences72

Not quite. Critics rate Nationtime higher (94) than audiences (72). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Nationtime in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Nationtime?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Nationtime in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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