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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:film
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gptkbp:art_style
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Naturalistic cinematography.
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gptkbp:aspect_ratio
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1.85:1
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gptkbp:audience
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Cult classic status.
Emotional connection.
Varied interpretations.
Moderate interest.
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gptkbp:box_office
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$2 million
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gptkbp:budget
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$1 million
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gptkbp:character
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The protagonist is a troubled man.
Significant personal growth.
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gptkbp:character_arc
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Transformation of the main character.
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gptkbp:character_development
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Focus on personal growth.
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gptkbp:character_motivation
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Desire for acceptance.
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gptkbp:character_relationships
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Internal and external struggles.
Complex interactions.
Intricate relationships.
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gptkbp:cinematography
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gptkb:John_A._Alonzo
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gptkbp:color
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gptkb:Color
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gptkbp:country
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gptkb:United_States
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gptkbp:critical_reception
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Mixed reviews
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gptkbp:criticism
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gptkb:Roger_Ebert
Analyzed by critics.
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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Reflected societal challenges.
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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Explores human condition.
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gptkbp:demographics
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Adult viewers.
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gptkbp:design
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Realistic settings.
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gptkbp:director
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gptkb:Gordon_Parks_Jr.
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gptkbp:distributor
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gptkb:Cannon_Group
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gptkbp:editing
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Traditional editing.
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gptkbp:editor
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Michael J. Duthie
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gptkbp:film_awards
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gptkb:N/_A
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gptkbp:film_editing
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Original screenplay.
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gptkbp:film_festival
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gptkb:N/_A
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gptkbp:film_score
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David Shire's composition.
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gptkbp:film_series
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gptkb:N/_A
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gptkbp:film_technique
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Realistic and gritty.
Character-driven storytelling.
Influenced filmmakers.
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gptkbp:filming_location
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gptkb:California
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gptkbp:filmography
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Critically examined.
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gptkbp:genre
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gptkb:drama
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gptkbp:has_backstory
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Detailed character histories.
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gptkbp:has_culture
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Mirrors societal issues.
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gptkbp:historical_context
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Reflects 1980s America.
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gptkbp:home_media_release
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VHS, DVD
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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Simple Man (1982)
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gptkbp:influenced
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Later independent films.
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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1970s cinema.
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gptkbp:influences
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Social issues of the 1980s
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gptkbp:inspiration
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Based on real events.
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gptkbp:is_portrayed_as
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Authentic performances.
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gptkbp:language
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English
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gptkbp:language_spoken
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Realistic and impactful.
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gptkbp:legacy
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Cult following
Continues to be discussed.
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gptkbp:mood
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Deep emotional resonance.
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gptkbp:motif
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Recurring themes in character arcs.
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gptkbp:music
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gptkb:David_Shire
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gptkbp:narrative
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Engaging storytelling.
A man struggles to find his place in the world.
Linear narrative.
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gptkbp:original_language
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English
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gptkbp:premiere
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gptkb:1982
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gptkbp:production_company
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gptkb:Cannon_Group
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gptkbp:production_years
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Developed over several years.
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gptkbp:rating
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gptkb:R
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gptkbp:release_country
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gptkb:United_States
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gptkbp:release_date
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gptkb:1982
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gptkbp:release_format
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Theatrical
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gptkbp:runtime
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90 minutes
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gptkbp:screenings
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Limited release
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gptkbp:screenplay
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gptkb:Gordon_Parks_Jr.
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gptkbp:soundtrack
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gptkb:Original_score_by_David_Shire
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gptkbp:starring
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gptkb:Scott_Wilson
gptkb:Robert_Forster
gptkb:Cybill_Shepherd
gptkb:John_Marley
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gptkbp:symbolism
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Represents broader themes.
Represents the struggle of the individual.
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gptkbp:theme
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Self-discovery
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gptkbp:themes
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Isolation and connection.
Explores identity.
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gptkbp:visitors
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Thought-provoking.
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Klaus_Nomi
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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4
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