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A Kind of Madness

2025Movie1 h 39 min

Drama
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6

A moving, slow-burning drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you want something to laugh at · you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Story

A 70-year old man abducts his dementia-suffering wife from her retirement home and goes on the run from both the police and his adult children.

Feels like

  • Heartbreaking Drama
  • Elderly Care
  • Family Conflict
  • Road Trip Thriller
  • Dementia Themes
  • Escape & Pursuit
  • Emotional Depth
  • South African Cinema
  • Ethical Dilemmas

Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by
Christiaan Olwagen
Written by
Christiaan Olwagen
Produced by
Christina Wood
Music by
Kyle Koekemoer

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Facts

April 11, 2025 · 1 h 39 min · Drama

Released
April 11, 2025
Runtime
1 h 39 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
South Africa
Available in
5 countries

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Questions about A Kind of Madness

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Where can I stream A Kind of Madness?

Prime

In the United States, A Kind of Madness streams on Prime. It also streams in 4 other countries.

Is A Kind of Madness worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 6.6).

Is A Kind of Madness plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.