6.6
Is Orpheus Descending worth watching?
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DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 6.6).
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DecentGoodWatch scoreSummary
Val Xavier is a drifter in 1940's Mississippi who brings new life to an Italian immigrant woman trapped in a loveless marriage.
Good for
- Friends night
- Thought-provoking
- Adults
Where to watch
Not streaming in any country yet.
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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.
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12 of 12
Crew
- Directed by
- Peter Hall
- Written by
- Tennessee Williams, Peter Hall
- Produced by
- George Manasse
- Music by
- Stephen Edwards
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Facts
June 1, 1990 · 1 h 57 min · Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence
- Released
- June 1, 1990
- Runtime
- 1 h 57 min
- Content
- Sexual Content, Strong Language, Violence
- Genres
- TV Movie, Romance, Drama
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- United States
Q&A
3 questions, like "Is Orpheus Descending worth watching?"
Questions about Orpheus Descending
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Orpheus Descending good for date night?
Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo Watch
It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.
Is Orpheus Descending plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.