Head South

2024·Movie
1h 38min

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Strong craft, striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Moving and nostalgic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Growing up, history, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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About

All you need to change your world is three chords and an attitude...

Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand, 1979. During a fortnight with his world-weary father, Angus is drawn to the underground post-punk music scene. With the support of his friend Kirsten, Angus navigates self doubt, derision and a family tragedy to take the stage for the first time.
Coming-of-Age DramaMusic-DrivenPeriod PieceFamily RelationshipsSelf-Discovery JourneyIndie FilmEmotional DepthPost-Punk SceneCharacter Study

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Head South

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Where can I stream Head South legally?

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Is Head South worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Head South?

1 h 38 min

Head South runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Head South?

Critics100
Audiences66

Not quite. Critics rate Head South higher (100) than audiences (66). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Head South in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in New Zealand.

In how many countries can I watch Head South?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Head South in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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