7.5
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Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande
2024·Movie
Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande fingerprint
Striking style, no humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
- Fast Pace5
- Spectacle4
- Tension3
Heart
Hopeful and wholesome
- Hopefulness8
- Wholesome7
- Catharsis7
Humor
Serious throughout
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Situational Comedy1
- Physical Comedy0
World
History, a real life story, and show business
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- World Immersion7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Acting7
- Narrative Structure7
Style
Standout score
- Music Centrality10
- Music Composition8
- Editing7
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande is calm and low-intensity.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Tension3Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline2High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence1Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare0Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
Heart
MediumHopeful and wholesome
Emotionally, it's hopeful, wholesome, and cathartic.
All heart traits
- Hopefulness8Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.
Related traits
- Wholesome7Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
MediumHistory, a real life story, and show business
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around history, a real life story, and show business. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity0Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Biographical9Lives of notable figures.
- Showbiz8Entertainment industry and performance.
- Pop Culture7References and cultural commentary.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Educational8Informative and instructive.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Homage & Reference5Allusions to other works.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Fast Pace5Quick tempo and momentum.
All style traits
- Music Centrality10The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
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About
A Story Of Musical Survival Against All Odds
In the racially turbulent UK of the early 70s, a group of black musicians came together in South London with a common love of rhythms and a message of peace. Cymande – with the dove as their symbol – combined jazz, funk, soul and Caribbean grooves to form a unique sound. Despite success in the USA they faced indifference in their native Britain, becoming disillusioned and disbanding. But the music lived on, as new generations of artists imbibed and reworked their pioneering sounds in fresh ways. From Soul II Soul to De La Soul, MC Solaar to The Fugees, the Dove had spread Cymande's message far and wide, prompting their return after forty years. This is their story.
Music DocumentaryFunk & SoulUK Music HistoryBand BiographyCultural ImpactRacial ContextRediscoveryInfluential ArtistsFeel-GoodMusical Legacy
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Is Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande worth watching?
64
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 7.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 70%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande?
1 h 31 min
Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande runs 1 h 31 min.
Is Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
Do critics and audiences agree on Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande?
Critics70
Audiences88
Not quite. Audiences rate Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande higher (88) than critics (70). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande?
27
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