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The Girl in the Picture

1986Movie1 h 24 minPG-13

57

DecentGoodWatch score

A melancholic, slow-burning comedy movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

This is true love we're talking about here

Alan and Mary are pretty miserable together and split up. As a very presentable Glaswegian photographer, Alan soon has chances to find consolation elsewhere, but more and more thinks of Mary. She, however, seems a lot less keen to try again.

Feels like

Scottish Drama
Relationship Troubles
Contemplative
Character-Driven
Intimate
Melancholy
Everyday Life
Subtle
Glaswegian

Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by: Cary Parker
Written by: Cary Parker
Produced by: Paddy Higson
Music by: Ron Geesin

Everyone

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Facts

January 1, 1986 · 1 h 24 min · PG-13

Released: January 1, 1986
Runtime: 1 h 24 min
Age rating: PG-13
Genres: Comedy, Romance
Original language: English
Made in: United Kingdom

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Girl in the Picture worth watching?"

Questions about The Girl in the Picture

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Girl in the Picture worth watching?

57

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57 (IMDb 6.2).

Is The Girl in the Picture okay for kids?

PG-13

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will The Girl in the Picture make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is The Girl in the Picture good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.