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2016 · 127 min · PG

Hidden Figures

Directed by Theodore Melfi · Drama, History

Hidden Figures (2016) is a Drama film, directed by Theodore Melfi set in Virginia during the 1950s–1960s. It runs 127 minutes and is rated PG.

A biopic, with a hopeful and tense tone. Themes of prejudice & racism run throughout.

Composer
Hans ZimmerBenjamin WallfischPharrell Williams
Cinematography
Mandy Walker
Cast
Taraji P. HensonOctavia SpencerJanelle MonáeKevin CostnerKirsten DunstJim ParsonsMahershala AliGlen Powell

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Virginia
Setting
Urban
When
1950s1960s

Premise & themes

Premise
Biopic
Themes
Prejudice & Racism
Tone
HopefulTense

Shape

Protagonist
EnsembleFemale Led
Pacing
Measured
Based on
True Story

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