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Dalida

2017·Movie
2h 4min
47
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle5
  • Tension4

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy8
  • Romance7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

A real life story, show business, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout score and cinematography

  • Music Composition9
  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Based on the true story of acclaimed music icon "Dalida" born in Cairo, who gained celebrity in the 50s, singing in French, Spanish, Arabic, Hebrew, German, Italian, playing in awarded Youssef Chahine's picture "Le Sixième Jour", and who later committed suicide in 1987 in Paris, after selling more than 130 million records worldwide.
Biographical DramaMusical IconMelancholy PortraitInternational StardomTragic EndingShowbiz GlamourEgypt to ParisComplex Character StudyEvocative Soundtrack

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Dalida

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Dalida legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. 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 Dalida worth watching?

47
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dalida rated?

Suicide themes

Content advisories: suicide themes.

How long is Dalida?

2 h 4 min

Dalida runs 2 h 4 min.

Is Dalida based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Dalida?

Critics40
Audiences75

Not quite. Audiences rate Dalida higher (75) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Dalida in?

FrenchItalianEnglish

It was made in French, with some Italian, English. Produced in Belgium, France.

In how many countries can I watch Dalida?

54AEARATBEBOBRBYBZCACHCLCOCRCY+40

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dalida in 54 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.