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The Woman Next Door

1981Movie1 h 46 minR

80
GreatGoodWatch score

A deeply romantic, deeply moving drama movie about everyday modern life and the mind, with standout performances and characters.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · partner watch

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood · you want fast pacing · you're watching with family

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Story

A destructive passion between desire and madness.

Two ex-lovers wind up living next door to each other with their respective spouses. Forbidden passions ensue.

Feels like

  • Forbidden Romance
  • Intense Psychological Drama
  • Tragic Love Story
  • French Cinema Classic
  • Emotional Turmoil
  • Obsessive Passion
  • Human Condition
  • Somber & Reflective
  • Moral Dilemma

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Facts

September 30, 1981 · 1 h 46 min · R

Released
September 30, 1981
Runtime
1 h 46 min
Age rating
R
Content
Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
French
Also spoken
English
Made in
France
Available in
23 countries

Tropes

Destructive Romance, Not Listening to Me, Are You?, Self-Harm +2

  • Destructive Romance
  • Not Listening to Me, Are You?
  • Self-Harm
  • Literally Loving Thy Neighbor
  • Murder-Suicide

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Woman Next Door?"

Questions about The Woman Next Door

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Where can I stream The Woman Next Door?

In the United States, The Woman Next Door streams on Criterion. It also streams in 17 other countries.

Is The Woman Next Door worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 85%).

Is The Woman Next Door good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 9 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is The Woman Next Door 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 Woman Next Door in English?

FrenchEnglish

No, it was made in French, with some English.