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Off the Black 2006

★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 from 16 votes Drama Released
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What is Off the Black?

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Off the Black" (2006). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.

Type
Film
Year
2006
Status
Released
Runtime
90 minutes
Release date
Dec 8, 2006
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Forensic Films
Genres
Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 from 16 votes
Episode runtime
~90 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Forensic Films
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Off the Black" (2006).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.
Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Length: 150-190 words.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
If a detail is not in the material, omit it.
Title: Off the Black
Year: 2006
Release Date (US): 12/08/2006
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1h 30m
Synopsis: An aging, disillusioned alcoholic gets a younger friend and wants him to pose as his son at a school reunion.
Source [2] mentions Laurence Fishburne, but it discusses his roles in Hannibal, Black..., and Five Fingers. It does not state he is in Off the Black. It mentions "defunct Off-Broadway Circle Rep Theater" and names Titus Welliver and Heavy D in a context that seems related to a different production or a snippet of text, but it does not explicitly link them to Off the Black.
Wait, let me re-read Source [2] carefully: "in the NBC thriller series Hannibal (2013–2015), and played Earl 'Pops'

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Should you watch it?

“A disillusioned alcoholic recruits a younger companion to pose as his son at a high school reunion.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features performances by Nick Nolte and Trevor Morgan
  • Serves as the feature directorial debut of James Ponsoldt
  • Explores complex character dynamics in a dramatic narrative
Keep in mind
  • The premise centers on a potentially uncomfortable deception that may not appeal to all viewers

Watch it if you enjoy character-focused independent dramas that explore the complexities of aging and strained relationships.

This film maintains a grounded, dramatic tone with a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes.

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Is Off the Black worth watching?

The film is worth watching if you are interested in character-driven dramas and the directorial debut of James Ponsoldt.

What is the runtime of the movie?

The film has a total runtime of one hour and thirty minutes.

Who are the primary actors in the film?

The film stars Nick Nolte and Trevor Morgan in the lead roles.

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