King in the Wilderness
When his dream for American became a nightmare
Directed by Peter W. Kunhardt
Produced by Kunhardt Films, HBO Documentary Films
A sobering documentary portrait of MLK's final years, examining the moral and political isolation of a visionary leader whose dream faced mounting opposition and internal doubt.
A chronicle of the final chapters of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, revealing a conflicted leader who faced an onslaught of criticism from both sides of the political spectrum.
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Is King in the Wilderness sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Does King in the Wilderness end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is King in the Wilderness violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is King in the Wilderness easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is King in the Wilderness scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other film this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Like King in the Wilderness
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as King in the Wilderness
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like King in the Wilderness, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like King in the Wilderness, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like King in the Wilderness, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
