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Measuring the World

2012Movie2 h 7 min

Drama
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.7Letterboxd2.8/5Rotten Tomatoes–45%
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.7Letterboxd2.8/5Rotten Tomatoes–45%

Summary

Germany in the early 19th century. "Die Vermessung der Welt" follows the two brilliant and eccentric scientists Alexander von Humboldt and Carl Friedrich Gauss on their life paths.

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24 of 27

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Directed by
Detlev Buck
Written by
Detlev Buck, Daniel Kehlmann, Daniel Nocke
Produced by
Detlev Buck, Claus Boje
Music by
Enis Rotthoff

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Facts

October 24, 2012 · 2 h 7 min · Drama

Released
October 24, 2012
Runtime
2 h 7 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
German
Made in
Germany, Austria
Available in
7 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

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Questions about Measuring the World

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Where can I stream Measuring the World?

It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Measuring the World worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55 (IMDb 5.7 and Letterboxd 2.8 out of 5).

Is Measuring the World plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Measuring the World in English?

German

No, it was made in German.