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Words and Pictures

2014·Movie
1h 51min·PG-13
IMDb6.6Metacritic495.9Rotten Tomatoes43%50%

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Words and Pictures fingerprint

Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

  • Romance7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing5
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Is a man worth more than his words, a woman worth more than her pictures?

An art instructor and an English teacher form a rivalry that ends up with a competition at their school in which students decide whether words or pictures are more important.
Romantic Intellectual DramaVerbal SparringTeacher RivalryArt vs. LiteraturePrep School SettingCharacter-DrivenThought-ProvokingFeel-Good Story

Crew

Directed by:
Fred Schepisi, Richard Cowan, Susan Lambie
Written by:
Gerald Di Pego
Produced by:
Fred Schepisi, Gerald Di Pego, Maureen Webb
Composed by:
Andrew Kotatko, Robert Mackenzie, Steve Burgess

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Words and Pictures

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Where can I stream Words and Pictures legally?

PrimePhiloThe RokuKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreeStarzPlex

Words and Pictures is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Starz, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home 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 Words and Pictures worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 49). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Words and Pictures rated?

PG-13Strong language

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

How long is Words and Pictures?

1 h 51 min

Words and Pictures runs 1 h 51 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Words and Pictures?

Critics46
Audiences58

Not quite. Audiences rate Words and Pictures higher (58) than critics (46). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Words and Pictures in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia, Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Words and Pictures?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Words and Pictures in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.