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Around the Bend

2004Movie1 h 25 minR

41
WeakGoodWatch score

A wholesome, moving drama movie about family and everyday modern life.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Story

The skeletons in the family closet just came out to play.

A tale of four generations of men, all of whom have had their offspring at a young age: a great-grandfather, a grandfather, a father in his twenties and a son who is about 7 years old. When the oldest member passes away, the trio heads out on the road together in the Southwest to search out an old family secret that connects to their past.

Feels like

  • Multi-generational Family Drama
  • Road Trip
  • Melancholy
  • Family Secrets
  • Coming-of-Age Themes
  • Character-Driven
  • Southwestern US Setting
  • Introspective
  • Bittersweet

Cast

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Directed by
Jordan Roberts
Written by
Jordan Roberts

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Facts

October 8, 2004 · 1 h 25 min · R

Released
October 8, 2004
Runtime
1 h 25 min
Age rating
R
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
72 countries

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream Around the Bend?"

Questions about Around the Bend

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Around the Bend?

In the United States, Around the Bend is free with ads on Kanopy. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Around the Bend worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 29%, and Metacritic 46). Audiences rate it higher (62 out of 100) than critics (38).

Is Around the Bend okay for kids?

R

Yes: it's rated R in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Around the Bend plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.