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The Weeping Meadow

2004·Movie
2h 49min
76
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle6
  • Violence6

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Pathos10
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics9

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor1

World

History, war, and politics

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, characters, and performances

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction10
  • Character Depth9
  • Complexity9

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and sound design

  • Cinematography10
  • Music Composition8
  • Sound Centrality8

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The story follows a family of refugees from the early twentieth century through to the Civil War. Through movements, separations, and reunions, personal lives intersect with Greece’s major historical transformations. Space and time are in constant flux, while the characters remain trapped in an unending search for a homeland.
Historical EpicGreek CinemaMelancholic DramaFamily SagaPolitical HistorySlow BurnTragic Love StoryHuman MigrationWar-tornArt House

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Weeping Meadow legally?

You can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Weeping Meadow worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Weeping Meadow rated?

ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Weeping Meadow?

2 h 49 min

The Weeping Meadow runs 2 h 49 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Weeping Meadow?

Critics71
Audiences86

Not quite. Audiences rate The Weeping Meadow higher (86) than critics (71). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Weeping Meadow in?

Greek

It was made in Greek. Produced in Greece, France, Germany, Italy.

In how many countries can I watch The Weeping Meadow?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Weeping Meadow in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.