Burning Sands 2017
What is Burning Sands?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Burning Sands" (2017). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 24, 2017
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 from 138 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~105 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Burning Sands" (2017).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventing/guessing titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text ONLY (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Sources analysis:
[1] Title: Burning Sands. Year: 2017. US Release Date: 01/24/2017. Genre: Drama. Runtime: 1h 45m. Synopsis: Deep into Hell Week, a favored pledgee is torn between honoring his code of silence or standing up against the intensifying violence of underground hazing.
[2] Filmmaker: Gerard McMurray. Mention of Common (rapper, actor, producer) at Sundance 2017.
[3] Review: Grim drama. Uncovers brutal hazing at black fraternity. All-black cast.
Title: Burning Sands
Release Year: 2017
US Release Date: January 24, 2017
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1 hour 45 minutes
Filmmaker: Gerard McMurray
Plot: During Hell Week, a favored pledgee faces a conflict between following a code of
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Burning Sands worth watching?
Burning Sands holds a community rating of 5.8/10 based on 138 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Burning Sands and when was it released?
Burning Sands is a feature film with a runtime of 105 minutes. It was released in 2017. Release status: Released.
Who directed Burning Sands?
Burning Sands was directed by Gerard McMurray.
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