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The Gate of Eden: Part One - Mr. Falconer

1980·Movie
100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Wholesome5
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Growing up, everyday modern life, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

The story concerns the relationship between Peter, a 15 year old boy, and Mr Faulkner, an old man whom he befriends. Mr Faulkner used to be a school teacher but had retired after allegations were made about him by a pupil. There was still gossip about him in the town. Mr Faulkner teaches Peter a lot about literature and introduces him to poetry and when Peter returns to school the two of them correspond. The friendship between them is threatened when Peter starts going out with Sue who disapproves of him spending time with the old man.
Coming-of-Age DramaMentorship StorySmall-Town DynamicsSocial PrejudiceLiterary ThemesPsychological ExplorationThreatened FriendshipTeenage RomanceThought-Provoking Character Study

Crew

Directed by:
Simon Langton
Written by:
William Corlett
Produced by:
David Cunliffe

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100/100. The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What language is The Gate of Eden: Part One - Mr. Falconer in?

English

It was made in English.