8.4
Where can I stream The Best of Youth legally?
You can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
The Best of Youth fingerprint
Big heart, immersive world, a touch of humor.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension6
- Spectacle5
- Adrenaline4
Heart
Deeply moving and nostalgic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
- Pathos9
- Nostalgia9
- Family Dynamics9
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor3
- Situational Comedy2
World
History, family, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality9
- Rewatchability8
Craft
Standout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
- Acting9
- Character Depth9
- Complexity9
Style
Standout cinematography, editing, and score
- Cinematography8
- Editing8
- Music Composition8
Energy
MediumCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Best of Youth is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline4High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
HighDeeply moving and nostalgic
Much of it is about family and growing up.
Emotionally, it's deeply moving, nostalgic, and melancholic. Much of it is about family and growing up.
All heart traits
- Pathos9Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia9Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics9Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Catharsis8Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness7Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age7Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Related traits
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Situational Comedy2Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor1Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Wholesome6Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
World
HighHistory, family, and society
Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around history, family, and society. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Social Commentary8Perspectives on society and norms.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout performances, characters, and direction
Layered plot that rewards full attention.
The performances, characters, and direction stand out. The plot is layered and rewards full attention.
All craft traits
- Acting9Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth9Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity9Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure8Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality8Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue8Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative5Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn9Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical7Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Educational6Informative and instructive.
Style
HighStandout cinematography, editing, and score
Look and sound: the cinematography, editing, and score stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography8Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing8Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition8Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality9Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacingYou want to half-watch while scrolling
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
The Possibilities Were Endless...
After a fateful encounter in the summer of 1966, the lifepaths of two brothers from a middle-class Roman family diverge, intersecting with some of the most significant events of postwar Italian history in the following decades.
Italian HistoryFamily SagaPolitical AwakeningBrotherhoodLove and LossSocial ChangeMelancholyNostalgiaEpic Scope
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like The Best of Youth
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: The Best of Youth
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with The Best of Youth
The Best of Youth2003
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Invisible Life (2019)My Father and My Son (2005)Butterfly (1999)How Green Was My Valley (1941)A Touch of Spice (2003)Sense and Sensibility (2008)Aparajito (1956)Palm Trees in the Snow (2015)Manon of the Spring (1986)Places in the Heart (1984)Tea with Mussolini (1999)Bombay (1995)News of the World (2020)The Children's Train (2024)Persuasion (2007)The Paradise (2012)Indochine (1992)Wildlife (2018)In This Corner of the World (2016)The Best of Youth (2003)Persuasion (1995)The Joy Luck Club (1993)Ju Dou (1990)Ragtime (1981)An Education (2009)To Sir, with Love (1967)Armageddon Time (2022)Ballad of a Soldier (1959)The Long, Hot Summer (1958)Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002)Poldark (2015)The Sleeping Dictionary (2003)Never Look Away (2018)Oliver Twist (2005)The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980 (1992)If Beale Street Could Talk (2018)Transit (2018)Bright Star (2009)The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (1969)The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943)Mughal-e-Azam (1960)Mansfield Park (1999)Maurice (1987)Les Misérables (1998)Uncle Frank (2020)Random Harvest (1942)Restoration (1995)Mother India (1957)Nights of Cabiria (1957)A Passage to India (1984)The Scent of Green Papaya (1993)Grand Hotel (1932)When Father Was Away on Business (1985)The Miracle (2015)Anne of Green Gables (1985)Au Revoir les Enfants (1987)The Girl with the Red Scarf (1977)1900 (1976)Downton Abbey (2010)Mrs. Miniver (1942)Pather Panchali (1955)The History of Sound (2025)The Official Story (1985)Burnt by the Sun (1994)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about The Best of Youth
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Best of Youth worth watching?
88
ExcellentGoodWatch scoreYes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 89/100 (IMDb 8.4, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, and Metacritic 89). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Best of Youth rated?
RViolence
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Best of Youth?
6 h 7 min
The Best of Youth runs 6 h 7 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on The Best of Youth?
Critics92
Audiences88
Yes. Critics average 92 and audiences 88 out of 100, so both groups see The Best of Youth much the same way.
What language is The Best of Youth in?
ItalianNorwegianEnglish
It was made in Italian, with some Norwegian, English. Produced in Italy.
In how many countries can I watch The Best of Youth?
6
GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Best of Youth in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does The Best of Youth use?
Platonic ProstitutionGeneration XeroxOutliving One's OffspringCamera FiendArmor-Piercing QuestionIntermissionThe CutieTurn of the MillenniumEpic MovieColor MotifSpaghetti and GondolasThe '60sand 24 more
TV Tropes lists 36 storytelling tropes for The Best of Youth, including Platonic Prostitution, Generation Xerox, Outliving One's Offspring.