
Sarah's Oil
Inspired by a true story of faith and fortune.
Directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh
Produced by Kingdom Story Company, Wonder Project
An inspiring true-story drama about a young Black girl's faith and determination to protect her oil fortune against exploitation in early 20th-century Oklahoma.
Sarah Rector, a Black girl born in early 20th-century Oklahoma Indian Territory, believes there is oil beneath the barren land she’s allotted, and her faith proves right. As greedy oil sharks close in, Sarah turns to family, friends, and some Texas wildcatters to maintain control of her oil-rich land, eventually becoming among the nation's first Black female millionaires—at eleven years old.
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Does Sarah's Oil end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 85% of films.
Is Sarah's Oil easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.
Is Sarah's Oil sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is Sarah's Oil scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is Sarah's Oil violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Like Sarah's Oil
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Sarah's Oil
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Sarah's Oil, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Sarah's Oil, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Sarah's Oil, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.




























































