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National Theatre Live: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

2012·Movie
2h 21min
91
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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High energy, big heart, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle7
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Pathos9
  • Coming of Age9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting10
  • Character Depth10
  • Direction9

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

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Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion of killing Mrs Shears' dog Wellington, he records each fact about the event in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of the murder. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world.
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91
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 92/100 (IMDb 8.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is National Theatre Live: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How long is National Theatre Live: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time?

2 h 21 min

National Theatre Live: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time runs 2 h 21 min.

What language is National Theatre Live: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.