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The Inspection 2022

Status
Released
Runtime
95 minutes
Director
Elegance Bratton
Networks
Freedom Principle, Gamechanger Films, A24
Where to Stream
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★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 91 votes R Drama Released
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Topic: Film "The Inspection" (2022). Constraint 1: Write ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.

Type
Film
Year
2022
Status
Released
Runtime
95 minutes
Release date
Nov 18, 2022
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Freedom Principle, Gamechanger Films, A24
Revenue
$270,613
Genres
Drama
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★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 91 votes
Episode runtime
~95 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Freedom Principle, Gamechanger Films, A24
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Topic: Film "The Inspection" (2022).
Constraint 1: Write ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No inventing/guessing (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Constraint 3: Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: Length 150-190 words.
Constraint 6: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
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Title: The Inspection
Year: 2022
Release Date (US): 11/18/2022
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1h 35m
Rating: R
Protagonist: Ellis French (young, gay Black man)
Plot: Rejected by his mother and with few options for his future, he decides to join the Marines. He does whatever it takes to succeed in a system that would cast him aside. He battles deep-seated prejudice and grueling routines of basic training. He finds unexpected camaraderie, strength, and support in this new community, providing a hard-earned sense of belonging that shapes his identity and changes his life.
Draft 1 (Mental): The Inspection is a 2022 drama film with a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes. Released in the United States on November 18, 2022, the film is rated R. The story follows Ellis French,

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“A young Black man joins the Marines to find belonging despite facing deep-seated prejudice.”

Reasons to watch
  • Explores the complexities of finding community within a system that may cast one aside
  • Depicts the grueling routines and challenges of Marine basic training
  • Features inspiring work recognized with a Social Justice Award
Keep in mind
  • The film focuses on heavy themes of prejudice and rejection

Watch it if you are interested in stories about identity, resilience, and the search for belonging.

This R-rated drama explores intense themes of prejudice and the rigors of military training.

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Streaming availability varies by region, and it may not be available on all services.

Is The Inspection worth watching?

The film's work has been recognized with a Social Justice Award at the Celebration of Black Cinema & Television.

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The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.

What is the rating of the film?

The film is rated R.

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