True Colors
Seen it?1991 | 111 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With middling reviews (44% on Rotten Tomatoes) and little lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 51 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Two law school friends find themselves at odds when one becomes a Justice Department lawyer and the other goes into politics.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
44% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$20 million worldwide on a $20 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 40K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Herbert Ross
- John CusackPeter Burton
- James SpaderTim Gerrity
- Imogen StubbsDiana Stiles
- Mandy PatinkinJohn Palmeri
- Richard WidmarkSen. James Stiles
- Dina MerrillJoan Stiles
- Philip BoscoSen. Frank Steubens
- Paul GuilfoyleJohn Laury
- Brad SullivanFBI Agent Abernathy
- Russell Dennis BakerTodd