6.5
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Strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Tension6
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle5
Heart
Moving and hopeful
- Pathos7
- Hopefulness7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Satire & Parody4
- Cringe Humor3
World
History, a real life story, and society
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Editing6
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence2Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
LowMoving and hopeful
Emotionally, it's moving, hopeful, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Melancholy6Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Romance4Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder3Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Dark Humor2Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
World
MediumHistory, a real life story, and society
Its world is built around history, a real life story, and society.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical10Period settings and real events.
- Biographical10Lives of notable figures.
- Social Commentary9Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics8Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological5Inner worlds and mind games.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational7Informative and instructive.
- Slow Burn6Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality5The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality4Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
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About
Own your power.
Activist Bayard Rustin faces racism and homophobia as he helps change the course of Civil Rights history by orchestrating the 1963 March on Washington.
Civil Rights MovementBiographical DramaSocial JusticeLGBTQ+ ActivismMarch on WashingtonHistorical SignificancePowerful PerformancesPolitical Intrigue
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Questions about Rustin
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Rustin worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 83%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Rustin rated?
PG-13Strong language
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Rustin?
1 h 48 min
Rustin runs 1 h 48 min.
Is Rustin based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Rustin?
Critics76
Audiences69
Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Rustin much the same way.
What language is Rustin in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Rustin?
131
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+117GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Rustin in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Rustin use?
Deliberately MonochromeDa'Vine Joy RandolphFallen-on-Hard-Times JobGayngstSilence Is GoldenAudra McDonaldReal-Person EpilogueHonorary UncleDare to Be BadassTears of JoyTake This Job and Shove ItWe ARE Struggling Togetherand 15 more
TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Rustin, including Deliberately Monochrome, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Fallen-on-Hard-Times Job.