The Young One

1960·Movie
1h 35min
86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

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The Young One fingerprint

High energy, no humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline6
  • Scare5

Heart

Romantic

  • Romance7
  • Pathos6
  • Coming of Age6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor2
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Society, politics, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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About

A jazz musician seeks refuge from a lynch mob on a remote island, where he meets a hostile game warden and the young object of his attentions.
Civil Rights DramaRacial TensionSouthern Gothic ThrillerInterracial Romance TabooPeriod PieceSocial CommentaryPsychological StressIsolation NarrativeClassic Hollywood Social Issue Film

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Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream The Young One legally?

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Is The Young One worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 7.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 100%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Young One rated?

ViolenceStrong languageSexual content

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.

How long is The Young One?

1 h 35 min

The Young One runs 1 h 35 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Young One?

Critics100
Audiences76

Not quite. Critics rate The Young One higher (100) than audiences (76). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Young One in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Mexico.

In how many countries can I watch The Young One?

2BRES

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