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Glassland

2015·Movie
1h 33min·R
65
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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Violence7
  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and society

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Sometimes hope begins with sacrifice

In a desperate attempt to reunite his broken family, a young taxi driver becomes entangled in the criminal underworld.
Gritty Social RealismDysfunctional FamilyCrime DramaBleak & DepressingCharacter-DrivenIrish SettingSubstance AbuseMoral DilemmasWorking Class Struggles

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Glassland legally?

Glassland is included with a subscription to MUBI in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 Glassland worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 66). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Glassland rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Glassland?

1 h 33 min

Glassland runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Glassland?

Critics76
Audiences58

Not quite. Critics rate Glassland higher (76) than audiences (58). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Glassland in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Ireland.

In how many countries can I watch Glassland?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Glassland in 17 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.