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Pascali's Island

1988·Movie
1h 44min·PG-13
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes69%59%

Where to watch

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Pascali's Island fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle3
  • Violence3

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos5
  • Romance4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, politics, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and dialogue

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

At the end of an empire, a mystery began.

1908: Pascali, a spy for the Sultan, sends reports to Istanbul that nobody reads. His suspicions are roused when a British archaeologist appears, who may not be quite what he seems.
Byzantine EspionageIntellectual ThrillerPost-Colonial CritiqueCharacter StudySlow-Burn SuspenseHistorical DramaPolitical IntrigueStoic PerformanceAtmospheric Tension

Crew

Directed by:
James Dearden
Written by:
James Dearden, Barry Unsworth
Produced by:
Paul Raphael, Tania Blunden, Scott Millaney
Composed by:
Loek Dikker

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Pascali's Island

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Where can I stream Pascali's Island legally?

PrimeThe RokuLionsgate+Tubi TV

Pascali's Island is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Pascali's Island worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 69%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Pascali's Island rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Pascali's Island?

1 h 44 min

Pascali's Island runs 1 h 44 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Pascali's Island?

Critics69
Audiences63

Yes. Critics average 69 and audiences 63 out of 100, so both groups see Pascali's Island much the same way.

What language is Pascali's Island in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Pascali's Island?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pascali's Island in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.