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Sunrise at Campobello

1960·Movie
2h 24min
66
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic82–Rotten Tomatoes88%62%
IMDb6.8Metacritic82–Rotten Tomatoes88%62%

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Sunrise at Campobello fingerprint

Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Uplifting and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, a real life story, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

The sun came up twice that day. Once in the heavens for all the world to see... once in the darkness for a man, his wife, and their children alone to share...

The story of Franklin Roosevelt's bout with polio at age 40 in 1921 and how his family (and especially his wife Eleanor) cope with his illness. From being stricken while vacationing at Campobello to his triumphant nominating speech for Al Smith's presidency in 1924, the story follows the various influences on his life and his determination to recover.
Historical BiographyPolitical DramaInspirationalPerseveranceFamily ResilienceAmerican HistoryOvercoming AdversityCharacter StudyHuman SpiritUplifting

Crew

Directed by:
Vincent J. Donehue, Russell Saunders, Wes McAfee
Written by:
Dore Schary, Dore Schary
Produced by:
Dore Schary, Walter Reilly
Composed by:
Franz Waxman, M.A. Merrick, Robert J. Miller

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Sunrise at Campobello

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Sunrise at Campobello legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Sunrise at Campobello worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 82). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Sunrise at Campobello?

2 h 24 min

Sunrise at Campobello runs 2 h 24 min.

Is Sunrise at Campobello based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Sunrise at Campobello?

Critics85
Audiences65

Not quite. Critics rate Sunrise at Campobello higher (85) than audiences (65). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Sunrise at Campobello in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Sunrise at Campobello?

4AUCAROUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sunrise at Campobello in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Sunrise at Campobello use?

BiopicAs You KnowI Can't Feel My Legs!Misery Builds CharacterStock Lateral Thinking PuzzleVideo CreditsGrande DameHappily MarriedDon't You Dare Pity Me!Kissing CousinsMy Beloved SmotherToo Important to Walkand 2 more

TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for Sunrise at Campobello, including Biopic, As You Know, I Can't Feel My Legs!.