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Mermaids' Lament

2023Movie1 h 30 min

Drama
96
MasterpieceGoodWatch score
IMDb8.3Rotten Tomatoes100%94%

A deeply moving, tense drama movie about the mind and everyday modern life, with standout performances and characters.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · solo watch

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Story

Moments away from drowning, she became the sea.

A woman drowning in trauma takes a therapist beyond her own depth into the darkness. Together, they navigate treacherous waters to find a way to break through the surface and into the light.

Feels like

  • Psychological Drama
  • Trauma Exploration
  • Therapeutic Intensity
  • Heavy Emotional Atmosphere
  • Character-Driven Narrative
  • Dark Realism
  • Mental Health Focus
  • Slow-Burn Tension
  • Powerful Performances

Cast

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Crew

Directed by
G.B. Hajim
Written by
G.B. Hajim
Produced by
G.B. Hajim
Music by
Mary Elizabeth McGlynn

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Facts

June 25, 2023 · 1 h 30 min · Disturbing Imagery, Suicide Themes

Released
June 25, 2023
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Content
Disturbing Imagery, Suicide Themes
Genres
Drama, Fantasy
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
129 countries

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3 questions, like "Where can I stream Mermaids' Lament?"

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Where can I stream Mermaids' Lament?

PrimeHooplaPlexFawesomeTubi TV

In the United States, Mermaids' Lament streams on Prime, and it is free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. It also streams in 128 other countries.

Is Mermaids' Lament worth watching?

96
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 96 (IMDb 8.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). Critics rate it higher (100 out of 100) than audiences (89).

Is Mermaids' Lament plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.