
The Great White Hope
He could beat any white man in the world. He just couldn't beat all of them.
Directed by Martin Ritt
Produced by Lawrence Turman Productions, 20th Century Fox
A socially conscious drama about systemic racism and institutional power, told through the story of a black boxer and his interracial relationship under siege.
A black champion boxer and his white female companion struggle to survive while the white boxing establishment looks for ways to knock him down.
Genres
Questions people ask
Is The Great White Hope sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Is The Great White Hope scary? Yes. More frightening than 76% of films.
Does The Great White Hope end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is The Great White Hope violent? Somewhat. More violent than 60% of films.
Is The Great White Hope easy watching? 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.
You have seen this shape before.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Like The Great White Hope
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Great White Hope
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Great White Hope, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Great White Hope, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Great White Hope, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































