6.5
Summary
Two strangers, each living at the edges of society, are fatefully united for a harrowing and inspirational journey through the enchanting vistas of New Mexico. A passionate young woman escaping her abusive past and a reclusive young man with autism take a journey that redefines the notion of family.
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- Date night
- Family movie night
- Friends night
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Not for laughs.
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- Rajeev Nirmalakhandan
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Facts
October 25, 2013 · 1 h 27 min · Strong Language
- Released
- October 25, 2013
- Runtime
- 1 h 27 min
- Content
- Strong Language
- Genres
- Drama
- Original language
- English
- Made in
- United States
- Available in
- 2 countries
Tropes
Abusive Parents, And Starring, And There Was Much Rejoicing +9
Q&A
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Questions about The Odd Way Home
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Odd Way Home worth watching?
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 36 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 20%, and Metacritic 30). Audiences rate it higher (66 out of 100) than critics (25).
Is The Odd Way Home okay for kids?
Yes: its content advisories are strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Will I feel good after watching The Odd Way Home?
Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.
Is The Odd Way Home good for date night?
Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.
What tropes does The Odd Way Home use?
TV Tropes lists 26 tropes for it, including Abusive Parents, And Starring, and And There Was Much Rejoicing.