Report Card---"Harriet".

"Harriet" is the story of Harriet Tubman.  Another "inspiring" film from history.
The difference is I actually felt inspired by it.  I wasn't really aware of the details of her life, and they are fascinating.  And I paid close attention to it.

On to the scoring.

Is it interesting?

Truly.
A+.

Compelling even?

Often.
A.

Is it good storytelling?

Yes.

A+.

Is. it well written?

Yes.

A.

Is it well cast? Well played?

Very good slave-acting.
A.

Did the director put such a personal stamp on it so that no one else could have made it?

No.  But it was well directed.
A.

How long does it take to establish the film's locale and time period?

Immediately.  1848, Maryland.

Is it too long? Too short?

It seemed long.
B-.

Is it believable? Do you care about the characters?.

Yes, and yes.

A.

Is it predictable?

There were lots of times they tried to make you think "she'll never get out of it" but of course she does, and you knew she would.  Just like "12 Years A Slave".
B-.

Do you think about it after you've seen it?

Not really .

C.

  

Is it funny?

Never.

C-.

Would it have been worth the thirteen bucks it would have cost to see it in the movies?

Not mine.

D.

Is it impressive?

Very, most likely as a history lesson.

Overall grade: B+.

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