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A Man Named Scott

2021Movie1 h 35 min

64
DecentGoodWatch score

A nostalgic, melancholic documentary movie about a real life story and pop culture, with standout score.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

Before he was The Man on the Moon, he was a man named Scott.

In 2009, Scott Mescudi aka Kid Cudi released his debut LP, Man on the Moon: The End of Day. A genre-bending album that broke barriers by featuring songs dealing with depression, anxiety and loneliness, it resonated deeply with young listeners and launched Cudi as a musical star and cultural hero. A Man Named Scott explores Cudi’s journey over a decade of creative choices, struggles and breakthroughs, making music that continues to move and empower his millions of fans around the world.

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  • Musical Journey
  • Mental Health Advocate
  • Pop Culture Icon
  • Biographical Documentary
  • Creative Process
  • Struggles and Breakthroughs
  • Fan Empowerment
  • Candid Self-Reflection
  • Nostalgic Retrospective

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Directed by
Robert Alexander

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Facts

November 5, 2021 · 1 h 35 min · Drug Use, Suicide Themes

Released
November 5, 2021
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Content
Drug Use, Suicide Themes
Genres
Documentary, Music
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
133 countries

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Where can I stream A Man Named Scott?

In the United States, A Man Named Scott streams on Prime. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is A Man Named Scott worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 7.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 75%).

Is A Man Named Scott plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.