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Pandora and the Flying Dutchman

1951·Movie
2h 4min·NR
71
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Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Deeply romantic and profoundly sad

  • Romance9
  • Melancholy9
  • Pathos8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Absurdist Humor2

World

Faith and meaning, mystery, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Standout cinematography and score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition8

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About

The Loves of Pandora in Flaming TECHNICOLOR!

Pandora Reynolds is a woman who has never fallen in love – but one who men kill and die for. When she meets dashing and mysterious ship's captain Hendrik van der Zee, he pushes her to commit the ultimate act of love.
Melodramatic RomanceMythic UndertonesFatalistic LoveVisually AtmosphericExistential ThemesClassic HollywoodPhilosophical ConflictTragic DestinySeafaring Setting

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Pandora and the Flying Dutchman

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Pandora and the Flying Dutchman legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi 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 Pandora and the Flying Dutchman worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 81). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Pandora and the Flying Dutchman rated?

NRSuicide themes

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: suicide themes.

How long is Pandora and the Flying Dutchman?

2 h 4 min

Pandora and the Flying Dutchman runs 2 h 4 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Pandora and the Flying Dutchman?

Critics74
Audiences69

Yes. Critics average 74 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Pandora and the Flying Dutchman much the same way.

What language is Pandora and the Flying Dutchman in?

EnglishCatalanSpanish

It was made in English, with some Catalan, Spanish. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Pandora and the Flying Dutchman?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Pandora and the Flying Dutchman in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Pandora and the Flying Dutchman use?

All Women Are LustfulBeastly BloodsportsBilingual BonusThe Blade Always Lands Pointy End InContrived CoincidenceBreaking the Fourth WallDriven to SuicideHot Gypsy WomanSexy Backless OutfitFlashbackWho Wants to Live Forever?Unusually Uninteresting Sightand 13 more

TV Tropes lists 25 storytelling tropes for Pandora and the Flying Dutchman, including All Women Are Lustful, Beastly Bloodsports, Bilingual Bonus.