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Searching for Sugar Man (2012)
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📖 Story
Two South Africans set out to discover what happened to their unlikely musical hero, the mysterious 1970s rock 'n' roller, Rodriguez.
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Worth tryingReflective
EnergyCalm and observant
ToneHuman and reflective
ExperienceObservation more than conflict
Best suited forreal stories and informative storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a calm watch that stays close to observation, nature, and the human bond rather than plot-heavy conflict.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
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Older teens
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Best suited for13
Content levelTeen content
GuidanceMay not suit younger children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Serious themes
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Viewer insight Searching for Sugar Man is a 2012 film in the Music / Documentary category from Sweden, United Kingdom. Directed by Malik Bendjelloul. Starring Stephen Segerman and Rodriguez. Runtime: about 85 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 7.9/10.
Genre: Music / Documentary, Released in 2012, Original language: English, Production: Sweden, United Kingdom, Runtime: about 85 minutes, Starring Stephen Segerman and Rodriguez.
Runtime
85 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
Sweden, United Kingdom
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Stephen Segerman
Self
Rodriguez
Self
Regan Rodriguez
Self
Eva Rodriguez
Self
Mike Theodore
Self
Dennis Coffey
Self
Sandra Rodriguez-Kennedy
Self
Clarence Avant
Self
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Steve Rowland
Self
Malik Bendjelloul
Self (uncredited)
Dan DiMaggio
Self
Jerome Ferretti
Self
Willem Möller
Self
Craig Bartholomew Strydom
Self
Director: Malik Bendjelloul
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1What is movie Searching for Sugar Man (2012)?
It is a movie released in 2012 within the Music, Documentary category.
2What is the story of Searching for Sugar Man?
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3Can you watch Searching for Sugar Man online?
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4What is the rating of Searching for Sugar Man?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.9/10 based on 1,028 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Searching for Sugar Man?
Its runtime is about 85 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Searching for Sugar Man best suited for?
A grounded watch that works through real details, context, and curiosity more than dramatic escalation.
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