The Sunset Limited
Nothing is ever black or white.
Directed by Tommy Lee Jones
Produced by HBO Films, The Javelina Film Company
A claustrophobic, philosophically intense two-character debate about faith, despair, and the meaning of existence, where warmth and connection emerge from passionate ideological conflict.
A deeply religious black ex-con thwarts the suicide attempt of an asocial white college professor who tries to throw himself in front of an oncoming subway train, 'The Sunset Limited.' As the one attempts to connect on a rational, spiritual and emotional level, the other remains steadfast in his hard-earned despair. Locked in a philosophical debate, both passionately defend their personal credos and try to convert the other.
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Is The Sunset Limited sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is The Sunset Limited scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is The Sunset Limited violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Does The Sunset Limited end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Sunset Limited easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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There is almost nothing else like this.
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Ensemble
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Like The Sunset Limited
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Sunset Limited
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Sunset Limited, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Sunset Limited, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Sunset Limited, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
