Dear Irene

1971Movie1 h 42 min

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

A romantic, melancholic drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · partner watch

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Story

Description of Irene, a modern, free-spirited girl with a good job as press secretary for a film company. Nevertheless, she finds it difficult to get a grip on her life. She has grown distant from her husband, but for her daughter's sake she does not want to divorce him. Her lover Ebbe, a controversial journalist, is closer to her, but his violent infatuation can also be too much of a good thing. In a series of casual erotic relationships, Irene does not find what she is looking for either.

Feels like

  • Danish New Wave Drama
  • Female Sexual Liberation
  • Marital Disillusionment
  • Psychological Realism
  • Erotic Melancholia
  • Complex Family Dynamics
  • Social Commentary on Gender Roles
  • Intimate Character Study
  • Quiet Desperation

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Facts

February 26, 1971 · 1 h 42 min · Nudity, Sexual Content, Violence

Released
February 26, 1971
Runtime
1 h 42 min
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content, Violence
Genres
Drama
Original language
Danish
Made in
Denmark
Available in
109 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Dear Irene?"

Questions about Dear Irene

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Where can I stream Dear Irene?

In the United States, Dear Irene streams on Cultpix. It also streams in 108 other countries.

Is Dear Irene worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50 (IMDb 5.2).

Is Dear Irene plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Dear Irene good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Dear Irene in English?

Danish

No, it was made in Danish.