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The Children of the Marshland

1999·Movie
1h 55min
78
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Romantic and wholesome

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance7
  • Wholesome7
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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

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About

The film is set in Marais, a quiet region along the banks of Loire river in 1918. Riton is afflicted with a bad-tempered wife and three unruly children. Garris lives alone with his recollections of World War I trenches. Their daily life consists of seasonal work and visits from their two pals: Tane, the local train conductor and Amédée, a dreamer and voracious reader of classics.
Rural DramaFriendshipPost-WWI FranceCharacter-DrivenGentle StorytellingSimple LifeEmotional ResonancePeriod Piece

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Children of the Marshland legally?

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Is The Children of the Marshland worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Children of the Marshland?

1 h 55 min

The Children of the Marshland runs 1 h 55 min.

Is The Children of the Marshland based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is The Children of the Marshland in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The Children of the Marshland?

2BRFR

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