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Close to My Heart

1951·Movie
1h 30min·NR
IMDb6.5Rotten Tomatoes–75%

Where to watch

YouTube TV

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Big heart, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Wholesome and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome8
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Family and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

'Close to My Heart' is a picture that will always be close to yours!

A journalist's wife insists on adopting an abandoned child.
Classic Family DramaHeartwarming StoryAdoption ThemeMarital StrugglesEmotional JourneyPost-War SettingHopeful NarrativeCharacter-DrivenHuman Interest

Crew

Directed by:
William Keighley
Written by:
James R. Webb, James R. Webb
Produced by:
William Jacobs
Composed by:
Max Steiner

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Close to My Heart legally?

YouTube TV

Close to My Heart is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Close to My Heart worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Close to My Heart rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Close to My Heart?

1 h 30 min

Close to My Heart runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is Close to My Heart in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Close to My Heart?

4AUCAROUS

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