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Swallows and Amazons

1974·Movie
1h 32min
72
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Big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Wholesome and nostalgic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Wholesome8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

History, family, and fantasy

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

On holiday with their mother in the Lake District in 1929 four children are allowed to sail over to the nearby island in their boat Swallow and set up camp for a few days. They soon realise this has been the territory of two other girls who sail the Amazon, and the scene is set for serious rivalry.
Children's AdventureLake District, 1929Summer HolidayBoating and CampingRivalry and FriendshipWholesome FunNostalgic CharmClassic British Cinema

Sequels and Prequels

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Is Swallows and Amazons worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Swallows and Amazons?

1 h 32 min

Swallows and Amazons runs 1 h 32 min.

What language is Swallows and Amazons in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

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