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The Storm

2009·Movie
1h 36min
64
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

History

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A fictional story within the historical context of the disastrous flood that engulfed the Dutch coastal province of Zeeland in 1953. When their farmhouse is destroyed by the flood, teenage mother Julia gets separated from her baby boy, whom she kept hidden in a box. She is saved from drowning by a young air force lieutenant, who agrees to go help looking for Julia's little son.
Historical DisasterDutch CinemaZeeland Flood 1953Family SeparationMelodrama & PathosIntense & GrippingResilience & HopeHigh Production Value

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No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Storm worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Storm rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Storm?

1 h 36 min

The Storm runs 1 h 36 min.

Is The Storm based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Storm in?

Dutch

It was made in Dutch. Produced in Belgium, Netherlands.

In how many countries can I watch The Storm?

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