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Temple Grandin

2010·Movie
1h 48min
92
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Moving and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

A real life story, history, and family

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Autism gave her a vision. She gave it a voice.

A biopic of Temple Grandin, an autistic American who has become one of the leading scientists in humane livestock handling.
Biographical DramaAutism AwarenessAnimal ScienceOvercoming ObstaclesInspirational StoryStrong Female LeadHistorical SettingEmpathy & UnderstandingCharacter-Driven

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Temple Grandin

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Temple Grandin legally?

Temple Grandin is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Temple Grandin worth watching?

92
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 92/100 (IMDb 8.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Temple Grandin?

1 h 48 min

Temple Grandin runs 1 h 48 min.

Is Temple Grandin based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Temple Grandin?

Critics100
Audiences88

Not quite. Critics rate Temple Grandin higher (100) than audiences (88). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Temple Grandin in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Temple Grandin?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Temple Grandin in 93 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Temple Grandin use?

"Eureka!" MomentBroken RecordHair-Trigger TemperOne Dialogue, Two ConversationsInformed FlawScience Marches OnImagine SpotCommonality ConnectionPaper-Thin DisguiseDouble EntendreYou Didn't AskIdiot Savantand 36 more

TV Tropes lists 48 storytelling tropes for Temple Grandin, including "Eureka!" Moment, Broken Record, Hair-Trigger Temper.