Hidden in America

Name: Hidden in America
Genre: TV Movie, Drama
Released: 1996-12-01
Duration: 1 h 35 min
Cast: Beau Bridges, Bruce Davison, Shelton Dane, Jena Malone, Alice Krige

1996·Movie

·1h 35min·PG-13·

Drama TV Movie

6.7

–70%

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Tension5
Fast Pace5
Adrenaline3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

Family Dynamics9
Pathos8
Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Wit & Wordplay3
Situational Comedy2
Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and class and money

Dialogue Centrality7
World Immersion6
Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

Character Depth8
Acting7
Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

Cinematography6
Editing6
Music Composition5

Energy

Medium

Calm and low-key

Hidden in America is calm and low-intensity.

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Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.

Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare1Frightening moments and scares.

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Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Heart

High

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

Emotionally, it's moving, melancholic, and hopeful. Much of it is about family.

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Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
Pathos8Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.

Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.

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Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.

Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.

Humor

None

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.

Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.

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Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

World

Medium

Everyday modern life, family, and class and money

Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and class and money.

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Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.

Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Novelty4Fresh ideas and invention.

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Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
Class & Capitalism8Wealth, power, and inequality.

Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
Psychological6Inner worlds and mind games.

Craft

Medium

Standout characters

The characters stand out.

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All craft traits

Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
Acting7Performance craft and presence.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.

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Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Educational5Informative and instructive.

Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
Music Composition5Score and musical identity.

Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Music Centrality4The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.

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Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

His pride cost him everything...

Story of a man whose pride in being the head of his family won't let him accept help from his sick daughters doctor. He has to prove to his kids that even with the death of his wife and the loss of his job that they can and will survive. After hitting brick wall after brick wall comes a glimmer of hope.

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Crew

Directed by:

Jonathan Wright, Martin Bell, Joanne T. Harwood

Written by:

Michael De Guzman, Peter Silverman

Produced by:

Jeff Bridges, Fred Berner, Beth Klein

Composed by:

Jason George, Mason Daring, Thomas Jones

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Hidden in America legally?

Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads

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Is Hidden in America worth watching?

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Hidden in America rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Hidden in America?

1 h 35 min

Hidden in America runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Hidden in America in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

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Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Energy

Heart

Humor

World

Craft

Style

Overall

Family Dynamics

Pathos

Class & Capitalism

Social Commentary

Melancholy

Contemporary Realism

Character Depth

Hopefulness