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Passion

1999Movie1 h 42 min

DramaRomance
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.7
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.7

Summary

Passion concentrates on Grainger's unusual relationship with his mother and his sexual peculiarities (especially his obsessive self-flagellation, though homosexuality is also hinted at) which affect his relationship with a woman who comes to love him.

Good for

  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults
  • Partner watch

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Cast

13 of 13

Crew

Directed by
Peter Duncan
Written by
Peter Goldsworthy, George Goldsworthy, Don Watson
Produced by
Matt Carroll
Music by
Phil Judd, Guntis Sics, John Paine

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Facts

July 1, 1999 · 1 h 42 min · Sexual Content, Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery

Released
July 1, 1999
Runtime
1 h 42 min
Content
Sexual Content, Suicide Themes, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Romance, Music
Original language
English
Made in
Australia

Tropes

Product Placement, Magical Security Cam, Death by Adaptation +9

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Passion worth watching?"

Questions about Passion

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Passion worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 5.7).

Is Passion good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsPublic Viewing SafeSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 5 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching Passion?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for bleakness and 9 for melancholy, against 1 for hopefulness.

What tropes does Passion use?

Product PlacementMagical Security CamDeath by AdaptationTwist EndingThe ChessmasterCaught on TapeEveryone Owns a MacGainax EndingInstant Web HitScare ChordCity with No NameMs. Fanserviceand 11 more

TV Tropes lists 23 tropes for it, including Product Placement, Magical Security Cam, and Death by Adaptation.