A Mighty Heart
One woman dared to keep hope alive.
Directed by Michael Winterbottom
Produced by Plan B Entertainment, Revolution Films
A harrowing true-crime drama centered on a wife's desperate fight to save her husband from captors, balancing intimate human connection against the darkness of terrorism and loss.
Based on Mariane Pearl's account of the terrifying and unforgettable story of her husband, Wall Street Journal reporter Danny Pearl's life and death.
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Questions people ask
Is A Mighty Heart sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is A Mighty Heart scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Does A Mighty Heart end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is A Mighty Heart violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is A Mighty Heart easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Ensemble
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Like A Mighty Heart
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as A Mighty Heart
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like A Mighty Heart, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Mighty Heart, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like A Mighty Heart, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
