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Apocalypse Child

2016·Movie
1h 35min
80
GreatGoodWatch score

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No humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Pathos7
  • Coming of Age7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Ford, a surfing instructor from the Philippines has been told his whole life that he's the son of Francis Ford Coppola. He's wasted his youth waiting as his mother petitions the director to acknowledge Ford as his son. But as the surfing season ends, he’s forced to confront his past actions, inactions, and the stories of his life.
Filipino Indie DramaCharacter-DrivenSurfing CultureIdentity CrisisComing-of-AgePensive & ReflectiveFamily SecretsSlice of LifeMelancholic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Apocalypse Child legally?

Apocalypse Child is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Apocalypse Child worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 6.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Apocalypse Child rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Apocalypse Child?

1 h 35 min

Apocalypse Child runs 1 h 35 min.

What language is Apocalypse Child in?

FilipinoEnglish

It was made in Filipino, with some English. Produced in Philippines.

In how many countries can I watch Apocalypse Child?

3FRPHUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Apocalypse Child in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.