5.8
Where can I stream Milk legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Milk in your country right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Milk
2024·Movie
·1h 36min·
Milk fingerprint
Low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Scare2
- Fast Pace2
Heart
Deeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Pathos9
- Melancholy8
- Family Dynamics8
Humor
Some cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
- Cringe Humor5
- Wit & Wordplay4
- Dark Humor4
World
Everyday modern life, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Novelty7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Standout performances, direction, and characters
- Acting9
- Direction8
- Character Depth8
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition5
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Milk is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace2Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline1High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle1Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence0Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny6Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowDeeply moving and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, melancholic, and cathartic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness4Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age1Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome cringe comedy
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some cringe comedy.
All humor traits
- Cringe Humor5Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Wit & Wordplay4Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumEveryday modern life, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around everyday modern life, family, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability3Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Contemporary Realism9Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
Craft
MediumStandout performances, direction, and characters
The performances, direction, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity4Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative2Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition5Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization4Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality4Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Who it's for
AdultsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacing
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Days after her baby is stillborn, Robin's breasts begin to produce milk. Unable to throw it away, she decides to donate the milk. As her quest for a place to donate is more difficult than she anticipated, more and more milk starts to crowd her freezer and life.
Grief-Focused DramaBodily Autonomy & TraumaQuietly DevastatingModern Motherhood RealitiesSurreal Domestic HorrorIntimate Character StudyEmotionally RawSlow-Burn Psychological PortraitFeminist NarrativeViscerally Uncomfortable
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Loading video…
Questions about Milk
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Milk worth watching?
54
MediocreGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 93%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Milk rated?
Disturbing imagery
Content advisories: disturbing imagery.
How long is Milk?
1 h 36 min
Milk runs 1 h 36 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Milk?
Critics93
Audiences74
Not quite. Critics rate Milk higher (93) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.
What language is Milk in?
Dutch
It was made in Dutch. Produced in Netherlands.
In how many countries can I watch Milk?
17
+3
+3GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Milk in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Milk use?
"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueReal-Person EpilogueReasonable Authority FigureThe TwinkBiopicImportant HaircutMononymous Biopic TitleGayborhoodMarried to the JobThose Two GuysDeadpan SnarkerDining in the Buffand 42 more
TV Tropes lists 54 storytelling tropes for Milk, including "Where Are They Now?" Epilogue, Real-Person Epilogue, Reasonable Authority Figure.