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Skylark

1993·Movie
1h 35min·G
71
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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, family, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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Jacob's farm is in trouble from a severe drought. Jacob and Sarah begin to wonder if Sarah can stay, and what will happen to Jacob if she and the children have to leave the farm.
Family DramaDroughtRelationshipsHardshipsRural LifeBased on BookTough ChoicesHistorical Setting

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Where can I stream Skylark legally?

Skylark is included with a subscription to Philo in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Skylark worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Skylark rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is Skylark?

1 h 35 min

Skylark runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Skylark in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.