Lawrence of Arabia
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Directed by David Lean
Produced by Horizon Pictures
An epic, visually magnificent historical drama that uses Lawrence's transformation in the desert to explore ambition, identity, and the moral costs of empire.
During World War I, English officer Thomas Edward 'T.E.' Lawrence sets out to unite and lead the diverse, often warring, Arab tribes to fight the Turks.
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Is Lawrence of Arabia one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 95% of films.
Is Lawrence of Arabia sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is Lawrence of Arabia scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Is Lawrence of Arabia violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Does Lawrence of Arabia end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Lawrence of Arabia easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Like Lawrence of Arabia
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Lawrence of Arabia
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Lawrence of Arabia, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Lawrence of Arabia, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Lawrence of Arabia, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
