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The Wind

1928·Movie
1h 16min
90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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Stunning style, high energy, no humor.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Spectacle7
  • Scare5

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy0
  • Wit & Wordplay0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

The mind, history, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion10
  • Novelty9
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and characters

  • Acting10
  • Direction9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout sound design, cinematography, and score

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Centrality10
  • Sound Centrality10
  • Cinematography9

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

A tornado of human emotions.

When Letty Mason relocates to West Texas, she finds herself unsettled by the ever-present wind and sand. Arriving at her new home at the ranch of her cousin, Beverly, she receives a surprisingly cold welcome from his wife, Cora. Soon tensions in the family and unwanted attention from a trio of suitors leave Letty increasingly disturbed.
Psychological DramaSilent Film MasterpieceOppressive AtmosphereDespair & IsolationEarly HorrorCharacter StudyTragicExistential DreadNature's Fury

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No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Wind

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Is The Wind worth watching?

90
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 90/100 (IMDb 8 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Wind rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.

How long is The Wind?

1 h 16 min

The Wind runs 1 h 16 min.

Is The Wind based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Wind?

Critics100
Audiences84

Not quite. Critics rate The Wind higher (100) than audiences (84). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Wind in?

Englishxx

It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Wind?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Wind in 139 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.