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Good for date night · friends night · teens
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An urban fairytale.
During a long, hot summer on the Thamesmead Estate in Southeast London, three teenagers edge towards adulthood.
LGBTQ+ RomanceComing-of-AgeLondon EstateWorking ClassSummerFriendshipAcceptanceMelancholy
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Is Beautiful Thing worth watching?
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ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Beautiful Thing rated?
RStrong language
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.
How long is Beautiful Thing?
1 h 32 min
Beautiful Thing runs 1 h 32 min.
Will Beautiful Thing make me laugh?
A touch
Not really. Humor is rare.
Is Beautiful Thing plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven. It leans on character depth and dialogue centrality more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch Beautiful Thing?
Easy watchDemanding
Yes. It's easy to follow.
Is Beautiful Thing good for date night?
and 2 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing Safe
Yes. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. Romance is a big part of it.
Will Beautiful Thing scare me?
Not scaryTerrifying
No.
Will I feel good after watching Beautiful Thing?
BleakHopeful
Yes. It's an uplifting movie that leaves you hopeful.
Do critics and audiences agree on Beautiful Thing?
Critics92
Audiences85
Yes. Critics average 92 and audiences 85 out of 100, so both groups see Beautiful Thing much the same way.
What language is Beautiful Thing in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Beautiful Thing?
22
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