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Ailey

2021Movie1 h 34 minPG-13

Documentary
68
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic77–Rotten Tomatoes90%85%
68
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic77–Rotten Tomatoes90%85%

Summary

Alvin Ailey was a visionary artist who found salvation through dance. Told in his own words and through the creation of a dance inspired by his life, this immersive portrait follows a man who, when confronted by a world that refused to embrace him, determined to build one that would.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

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  • You want something to laugh at

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Cast

4 of 4

Crew

Directed by
Jamila Wignot
Produced by
Jamila Wignot, Lauren DeFilippo
Music by
Daniel Bernard Roumain

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Facts

July 23, 2021 · 1 h 34 min · PG-13

Released
July 23, 2021
Runtime
1 h 34 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
10 countries

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream Ailey?"

Questions about Ailey

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Ailey?

KanopyTubi TV

In the United States, Ailey is free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 7 other countries.

Is Ailey worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 77).

Is Ailey okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Ailey plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.