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The Drift

1989Movie1 h 20 min

Drama
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2

Summary

An adaptation of Tennessee Williams’ novel “The Roman Spring of Mrs. Stone“. The film follows the story of a woman who, after her husband’s death, becomes entangled in a decadent and sordid affair in Rome.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing
  • You're watching with family

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Directed by
John Aes-Nihil
Written by
Tennessee Williams, John Aes-Nihil

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Facts

January 1, 1989 · 1 h 20 min · Sexual Content, Nudity, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery

Released
January 1, 1989
Runtime
1 h 20 min
Content
Sexual Content, Nudity, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is The Drift worth watching?"

Questions about The Drift

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Drift worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76 (IMDb 5.2).

Is The Drift 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.

Is The Drift good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.