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The Remarkable Life of Ibelin

2024Movie1 h 43 minPG-13

AnimationDocumentary
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Letterboxd4.1/5Metacritic788.3Rotten Tomatoes97%95%

A deeply moving, cathartic documentary movie about a real life story and games, with standout direction and editing.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

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Not for laughs, scares or adrenaline.

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Story

The secret life of a young World of Warcraft gamer is vividly reimagined when his online friends contact his family after his death.

Feels like

  • Documentary Drama Hybrid
  • Grief & Digital Legacy
  • World of Warcraft Lore
  • Non-Linear Storytelling
  • Emotional Catharsis
  • Virtual Community
  • Biographical Tribute
  • Melancholic Wonder
  • Interactive Narrative Structure

Crew

Directed by
Benjamin Ree
Written by
Mats Steen
Produced by
Ingvil Giske, Hanne Myren
Music by
Uno Helmersson

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Facts

March 8, 2024 · 1 h 43 min · PG-13

Released
March 8, 2024
Runtime
1 h 43 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Documentary, Animation
Original language
Norwegian
Also spoken
Danish, English
Made in
Norway
Available in
131 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Remarkable Life of Ibelin?"

Questions about The Remarkable Life of Ibelin

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Remarkable Life of Ibelin?

Netflix

In the United States, The Remarkable Life of Ibelin streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is The Remarkable Life of Ibelin worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85 (IMDb 8.1, Letterboxd 4.1 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 78).

Is The Remarkable Life of Ibelin okay for kids?

PG-13Disturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is The Remarkable Life of Ibelin plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Is The Remarkable Life of Ibelin in English?

NorwegianDanishEnglish

No, it was made in Norwegian, with some Danish and English.