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Finding Vivian Maier

2014·Movie
1h 23min·NR
82
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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Melancholic and moving

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

A real life story, everyday modern life, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

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About

Vivian Maier's photos were seemingly destined for obscurity, lost among the clutter of the countless objects she'd collected throughout her life. Instead these images have shaken the world of street photography and irrevocably changed the life of the man who brought them to the public eye. This film brings to life the interesting turns and travails of the improbable saga of John Maloof's discovery of Vivian Maier, unravelling this mysterious tale through her documentary films, photographs, odd collections and personal accounts from the people that knew her. What started as a blog to show her work quickly became a viral sensation in the photography world. Photos destined for the trash heap now line gallery exhibitions, a forthcoming book and this documentary film.
Biographical MysteryStreet PhotographyLost ArtistRediscoveryArchival FootageNew YorkAmateur SleuthPoignantHumanist

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Where can I stream Finding Vivian Maier legally?

Finding Vivian Maier is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and MUBI in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Finding Vivian Maier worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Finding Vivian Maier rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Finding Vivian Maier?

1 h 23 min

Finding Vivian Maier runs 1 h 23 min.

Is Finding Vivian Maier based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Finding Vivian Maier?

Critics85
Audiences82

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see Finding Vivian Maier much the same way.

What language is Finding Vivian Maier in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Finding Vivian Maier?

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