The Problem with People

2024·Movie
1h 42min

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout dialogue, characters, and performances

  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Give peace a chance. Fat chance.

Two estranged cousins who never knew each other try to make amends for many generations of family dispute.
Family ReconciliationGenerational DramaCharacter-Driven NarrativeDialogue-HeavyInterpersonal ConflictHealing RelationshipsEmotional JourneyContemporary RealismHuman Connection

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Problem with People

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Where can I stream The Problem with People legally?

The Problem with People is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Problem with People worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 72%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Problem with People?

1 h 42 min

The Problem with People runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Problem with People?

Critics72
Audiences57

Not quite. Critics rate The Problem with People higher (72) than audiences (57). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Problem with People in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Ireland.

In how many countries can I watch The Problem with People?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Problem with People in 13 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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