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An Unfinished Life

2005·Movie
1h 48min·PG-13

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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Cathartic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Catharsis9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Family and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Every secret takes on a life of its own.

Stoic and heartbroken, Einar Gilkyson quietly lives in the rugged Wyoming ranchlands alongside his only trusted friend, Mitch Bradley. One day, the woman he blames for the death of his only son arrives at his door broke, desperate, and with a granddaughter he's never known. But even as buried anger and accusations resurface, the way is opened for unexpected connection, adventure, and forgiveness.
Redemption StoryBroken FamilyRural WyomingGrief and ForgivenessIntergenerational RelationshipsEmotional HealingSmall Town LifeCharacter-Driven DramaBittersweet Narrative

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream An Unfinished Life legally?

An Unfinished Life is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is An Unfinished Life worth watching?

60
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 53%, and Metacritic 49). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is An Unfinished Life rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is An Unfinished Life?

1 h 48 min

An Unfinished Life runs 1 h 48 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on An Unfinished Life?

Critics51
Audiences72

Not quite. Audiences rate An Unfinished Life higher (72) than critics (51). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was An Unfinished Life a box office hit?

Budget$30 million
Box office$19 million

No. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $19 million worldwide, 62% of its budget.

What language is An Unfinished Life in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch An Unfinished Life?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for An Unfinished Life in 63 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does An Unfinished Life use?

Grumpy Old ManGrief-Induced SplitMistaken for GayOutliving One's OffspringSomeone to Remember Him ByEvil RedheadPapa WolfSpared by the Adaptation

TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for An Unfinished Life, including Grumpy Old Man, Grief-Induced Split, Mistaken for Gay.