Loving

Loving

All love is created equal.

Directed by Jeff Nichols

Produced by Big Beach, Raindog Films

2016123 min6.7 / 10

A tender, historically grounded portrait of a couple's quiet defiance against systemic racism, centered on the enduring bond that sustains them through legal persecution.

In 1958, in the state of Virginia, the idea of interracial marriage was not only considered to be immoral to many, it was also illegal. When Richard and Mildred fall in love, they are aware of the eyes staring at them and the words said behind their backs. It's when they get married, however, that words and looks become actions, and the two are arrested. The couple decide to take their case all of the way to the Supreme Court in order to fight for their love. Based on a true story.

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  • Is Loving one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 86% of films.

  • Does Loving end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.

  • Is Loving sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Loving scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

  • Is Loving easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

  • Is Loving violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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54/ 100

Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity88

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise28

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love55

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Loving

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Loving

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Loving, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Loving, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Loving, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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