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The Search for Simon

2013·Movie
1h 37min

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace3
  • Scare2

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

If you look hard enough - you can find anything...

30 years ago, David's younger brother Simon disappeared without a trace and has never been seen since. David is still looking, and the search for Simon has become his life.
Missing PersonFamily TraumaPsychological DramaMelancholy MysteryObsessive SearchCharacter StudyEmotional WeightBleak Outlook

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream The Search for Simon legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and FlixHouse. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Search for Simon worth watching?

56
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Search for Simon?

1 h 37 min

The Search for Simon runs 1 h 37 min.

What language is The Search for Simon in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Search for Simon?

21AUBEBGCACHCZDKEEFIGBIEILLTLV+7

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Search for Simon in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.