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A Kind of Alaska

1984Movie1 h 40 min

Drama
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8

Summary

A masterly study of a middle-aged woman waking up after 30 years passed in a coma induced by sleeping sickness. In her mind she is still 16, and her attempts to fathom the changed world into which she re-emerges is not only poignant and emotionally charged but, in the end, devastatingly brilliant theatre as well.

Good for

  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults
  • Solo watch

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

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Directed by
Kenneth Ives
Written by
Harold Pinter

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Facts

December 16, 1984 · 1 h 40 min · Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language

Released
December 16, 1984
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Content
Disturbing Imagery, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is A Kind of Alaska worth watching?"

Questions about A Kind of Alaska

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is A Kind of Alaska worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 6.8).

Is A Kind of Alaska 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.

Can I half-watch A Kind of Alaska?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for philosophical and 8 for ambiguity.