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Antarctica

1983·Movie
2h 23min·PG

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No stream option in US yet.

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Big heart, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Deeply moving and wholesome

  • Pathos9
  • Wholesome8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy1
  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Amidst the coldest, harshest surroundings on earth, this true story celebrates the mystery and the warmth of life.

Two Japanese scientists, Ushioda and Ochi, develop a bond with their sled dogs while on an expedition in Antarctica.
Antarctica Survival StoryMan's Best FriendHistorical ExpeditionEmotional BondLoyalty and SacrificeEpic JourneyHeartwarmingVisual Spectacle

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Antarctica worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Antarctica rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Antarctica?

2 h 23 min

Antarctica runs 2 h 23 min.

Is Antarctica based on a true story?

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

What language is Antarctica in?

JapaneseEnglish

It was made in Japanese, with some English. Produced in Japan.

What tropes does Antarctica use?

Bittersweet EndingRiddle for the AgesForeign RemakeRiver of Insanity

TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for Antarctica, including Bittersweet Ending, Riddle for the Ages, Foreign Remake.