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Basil

1998·Movie
1h 53min·R
26
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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Romance8
  • Melancholy8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Satire & Parody2

World

History, family, and class and money

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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About

A lonely young aristocrat in turn-of the century England struggles to meet the approval of his over-bearing, class-conscious father while trying to please the selfish woman he loves.
Victorian Era EnglandForbidden LoveClass ConflictFamily SecretsRomantic DramaBrooding AtmosphereCharacter-DrivenMelancholy TonePeriod Piece

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Basil legally?

Basil 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 The CW, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 Basil worth watching?

26
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 27/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 0%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Basil rated?

RSexual content

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is Basil?

1 h 53 min

Basil runs 1 h 53 min.

What language is Basil in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Basil?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Basil in 124 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.