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Map of the Human Heart

1993Movie1 h 49 minR

63
DecentGoodWatch score

A deeply moving, romantic adventure movie about history and family.

Good for date night · friends night · thought-provoking

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Story

Born in the magic of youth. Forged by the passions of war. Their love knew no boundaries.

In an Arctic village in 1931, British mapmaker Walter Russell selects 12-year-old Eskimo Avik as his guide. When the boy contracts tuberculosis, Walter flies him to a Montreal hospital, where Avik meets Albertine and is infatuated. A decade later, a grown Avik encounters Albertine again in London, where he's serving as a British combat pilot. Despite her relationship with Walter, she and Avik begin an affair.

Feels like

  • Epic Romantic Drama
  • Intercultural Relationships
  • World War II
  • Love Triangle
  • Historical Setting
  • Exploration of Identity
  • Emotional Complexity
  • Visually Striking

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Directed by
Vincent Ward

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Facts

April 22, 1993 · 1 h 49 min · R

Released
April 22, 1993
Runtime
1 h 49 min
Age rating
R
Content
Sexual Content, Violence
Genres
Adventure, Drama, Romance, War
Original language
English
Made in
Australia, Canada, France, United Kingdom, United States
Available in
1 country

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Where can I stream Map of the Human Heart?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Map of the Human Heart from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Map of the Human Heart worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 78%, and Metacritic 71).

Is Map of the Human Heart good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Map of the Human Heart plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.