The Flood

2024·Movie
1h 41min
61
DecentGoodWatch score

Where to watch

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The Flood fingerprint

Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, politics, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

1792. Louis XVI, his wife Marie Antoinette, and their children have been arrested and imprisoned in the Tour du Temple, a sinister chateau in Paris, awaiting their trial. Far from the splendour of Versailles, they are isolated and vulnerable for the first time in their lives.
Historical DramaFrench RevolutionRoyal FamilyTragic StoryPeriod PiecePolitical IntrigueCharacter StudySlow BurnBleak & IntenseEuropean Cinema

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Flood

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Where can I stream The Flood legally?

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Is The Flood worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.3 and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Flood?

1 h 41 min

The Flood runs 1 h 41 min.

Is The Flood based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Flood?

Critics75
Audiences63

Not quite. Critics rate The Flood higher (75) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Flood in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France, Italy.

In how many countries can I watch The Flood?

2FRIT

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