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Burlesque

2009Movie

62
DecentGoodWatch score

An epic, hopeful drama movie about show business and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for scares, brutality or big ideas.

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Story

Frank Bannister is about to have a very long night. A writer of violent horror stories, Frank is alone, depressed and one step from full blown alcoholism. Late one dark and stormy night his quiet hermit existence is disturbed when two eccentric exotic dancers arrive on his doorstep. Alternatively seductive and sinister the beautiful women promise to make all Frank's dreams come true. They prove to be as good as their word. Only problem is, Frank is a man with very dark dreams indeed.

Feels like

  • Glamorous Musical
  • Showbiz Drama
  • Female Empowerment
  • Romance & Ambition
  • Visually Stunning
  • Pop & R&B Soundtrack
  • Dream Chasing
  • Entertainment Industry
  • Vocal Performances

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Dominic Deacon
Written by
Dominic Deacon

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Facts

December 31, 2009 · Sexual Content · Drama

Released
December 31, 2009
Content
Sexual Content
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Australia

Tropes

Dogged Nice Guy, Take That!, Tears of Joy +9

  • Dogged Nice Guy
  • Take That!
  • Tears of Joy
  • If It's You, It's Okay
  • Last Het Romance
  • Lady Drunk
  • Real Life Writes the Plot
  • No Bisexuals
  • Nice Job Fixing It, Villain!
  • Betty and Veronica
  • True Companions
  • Ms. Fanservice

12 of 59 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Burlesque worth watching?"

Questions about Burlesque

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Burlesque worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 6.9).

Will I feel good after watching Burlesque?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 4 for wholesome.

Is Burlesque good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

What tropes does Burlesque use?

Dogged Nice GuyTake That!Tears of JoyIf It's You, It's OkayLast Het RomanceLady DrunkReal Life Writes the PlotNo BisexualsNice Job Fixing It, Villain!Betty and VeronicaTrue CompanionsMs. Fanserviceand 47 more

TV Tropes lists 59 tropes for it, including Dogged Nice Guy, Take That!, and Tears of Joy.