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True West

2016Movie2 h 0 min

63
DecentGoodWatch score
63
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

A screenwriter gets conned out of selling a script to a Hollywood producer by his brother, who pitches his own idea for a movie. The damaged relationship between two estranged brothers striving for success is deconstructed in this comedic and tension-filled production at the Tricycle Theatre, London, captured for screen by Digital Theatre.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Binge-friendly

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Written by
Sam Shepard
Produced by
Tom Shaw

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Facts

January 20, 2016 · 2 h 0 min · Strong Language, Violence

Released
January 20, 2016
Runtime
2 h 0 min
Content
Strong Language, Violence
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

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3 questions, like "Is True West worth watching?"

Questions about True West

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is True West worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.3).

Will True West make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (8 of 10) and dark humor (8 of 10).

Is True West plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.