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Bitter Harvest

2017Movie1 h 43 minR

43
WeakGoodWatch score

A deeply moving, melancholic war movie about history and politics.

Good for friends night · teens · thought-provoking

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Set between the two World Wars and based on true historical events, Bitter Harvest conveys the untold story of the Holodomor, the genocidal famine engineered by the tyrant Joseph Stalin. The film displays a powerful tale of love, honour, rebellion and survival at a time when Ukraine was forced to adjust to the horrifying territorial ambitions of the burgeoning Soviet Union.

Feels like

  • Historical Drama
  • Genocidal Famine
  • Ukrainian History
  • Love Story
  • Political Intrigue
  • Warfare & Survival
  • Social Commentary
  • Bleak Atmosphere
  • Pathos & Melancholy

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Directed by
George Mendeluk

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Facts

January 31, 2017 · 1 h 43 min · R

Released
January 31, 2017
Runtime
1 h 43 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
War, Drama, History, Romance
Original language
English
Also spoken
Russian
Made in
Canada, United Kingdom
Budget
$20 million
Box office
$557,241
Available in
42 countries

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Questions about Bitter Harvest

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Is Bitter Harvest worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 43 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 15%, and Metacritic 34). Audiences rate it higher (65 out of 100) than critics (25).

Is Bitter Harvest good for date night?

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Not really: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.