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Banana in a Nutshell

2005·Movie
1h 23min
62
DecentGoodWatch score

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A , documentary: but never childish, .

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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An intimate portrait of a Chinese-European couple in New Zealand, and their journey to get a blessing for marriage from traditional Chinese parents. The story that led to the film, My Wedding and Other Secrets.
Chinese-European CoupleIntercultural RomanceFamily BlessingNew Zealand SettingIntimate PortraitCultural DifferencesSlow BurnCharacter-Driven

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Is Banana in a Nutshell worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 5.8).

Is Banana in a Nutshell okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Banana in a Nutshell plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (8 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Banana in a Nutshell good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.