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Palindromes

2005·Movie
1h 40min·NR

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Palindromes fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some absurdist humor and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor7
  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and family

  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Aviva is thirteen, awkward and sensitive. Her mother Joyce is warm and loving, as is her father, Steve, a regular guy who does have a fierce temper from time to time. The film revolves around her family, friends and neighbors.
Coming-of-Age JourneySocially ConsciousAbsurdist HumorIndie FilmIdentity ExplorationFamily DynamicsUnconventional NarrativeCharacter StudyThought-Provoking

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Palindromes

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Where can I stream Palindromes legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also 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.

Is Palindromes worth watching?

56
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Palindromes rated?

NRSexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Palindromes?

1 h 40 min

Palindromes runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Palindromes?

Critics48
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate Palindromes higher (65) than critics (48). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Palindromes in?

EnglishHebrew

It was made in English, with some Hebrew. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Palindromes?

18AUBEBYCADKESFIFRGBGGMDNLNONZ+4

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Palindromes in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Palindromes use?

Bittersweet EndingMeaningful NameDriven to SuicideDowner BeginningSoundtrack DissonanceThe GhostParents as PeopleAbomination Accusation AttackLampshade HangingNice GirlNot Staying for BreakfastDeath of a Childand 13 more

TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Palindromes, including Bittersweet Ending, Meaningful Name, Driven to Suicide.