Broken Glass

1996·Movie
1h 36min
73
GoodGoodWatch score

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Immersive world, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Dark Humor2

World

History, the mind, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout dialogue, characters, and performances

  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

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About

Adaptation of Arthur Miller's play set in Brooklyn 1938, focusing on the marriage of Sylvia and Phillip Gellburg against the backdrop of Kristallnacht in Nazi Germany.
Historical Psychological DramaMarital ConflictArthur Miller AdaptationPost-War GuiltIdentity CrisisIntense DialogueDeep Character StudyThematic WeightAmerican Jewish Experience

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Broken Glass legally?

Broken Glass is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Broken Glass worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Broken Glass rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Broken Glass?

1 h 36 min

Broken Glass runs 1 h 36 min.

What language is Broken Glass in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Broken Glass?

4AUCANZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Broken Glass in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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