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Red Shift

1978Movie1 h 24 min

71
GoodGoodWatch score
71
GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

Three men at three different times in history come to Mow Top hill in search of sanctuary from their troubles. A Roman soldier, a medieval rebel and a 1970s young man. Somehow they seem linked through an energy within the hill and an axe. Is history doomed to repeat itself or can loving another person free them?

Good for

  • Background watch
  • Drop-in friendly
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Cast

Crew

Directed by
John Mackenzie
Written by
Alan Garner
Produced by
David Rose
Music by
Phil Ryan

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Facts

January 17, 1978 · 1 h 24 min · Violence

Released
January 17, 1978
Runtime
1 h 24 min
Content
Violence
Genres
Drama, Mystery, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom

Q&A

3 questions, like "Is Red Shift worth watching?"

Questions about Red Shift

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Red Shift worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71 (IMDb 6.5).

Can I half-watch Red Shift?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for ambiguity and 8 for philosophical.

Is Red Shift good for date night?

AdultsSolo Watch

Not really: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.