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Beyond the Hills

2012Movie2 h 30 min

DramaRomance
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.5Metacritic797.7Rotten Tomatoes91%81%

A relentlessly bleak, deeply moving drama movie about the mind and everyday modern life, with standout direction and performances.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood · you want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, uplift or comfort.

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Story

Alina returns to Romania from Germany, hoping to bring Voichita—the only person in the world she loves and was loved by—back with her. But Voichita has found God, and God is the hardest lover of all to best.

Feels like

  • Romanian Drama
  • Intense Character Study
  • Religious Fanaticism
  • Tragic Friendship
  • Bleak & Somber
  • Slow Burn
  • Social Critique
  • Psychological Depth
  • Obsessive Love

Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Cristian Mungiu
Written by
Cristian Mungiu
Produced by
Cristian Mungiu
Music by
Dana Bunescu, Marius Leftărache, Cristian Tarnovețchi

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Facts

October 25, 2012 · 2 h 30 min · Violence, Disturbing Imagery

Released
October 25, 2012
Runtime
2 h 30 min
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
Romanian
Made in
Romania, France, Belgium
Box office
$124,919
Available in
21 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Beyond the Hills?"

Questions about Beyond the Hills

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Beyond the Hills?

PhiloAMC+KanopyCriterionSundance NowIFC Films Unlimited

In the United States, Beyond the Hills streams on Philo, AMC+, Criterion, Sundance Now, and IFC Films Unlimited, and it is free with ads on Kanopy. It also streams in 10 other countries.

Is Beyond the Hills worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 79).

Is Beyond the Hills good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching Beyond the Hills?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 10 of 10 for bleakness and 9 for melancholy, against 0 for hopefulness.

Is Beyond the Hills in English?

Romanian

No, it was made in Romanian.