Newcastle

2008·Movie
1h 47min·R
56
DecentGoodWatch score

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Big heart, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Romance7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and sports

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

You're only young forever once.

17-year old Jesse lives in the shadow of his older brother Victor's failure to become surfing's Next Big Thing. Even when he's in his natural habitat of magnificent surf breaks, his blue-collar future is brought home by the coal barges that constantly line his horizon. Jesse has the natural skills to surf his way out of this reality and onto the international circuit but can he overcome his equally natural ability to sabotage himself? A momentous weekend away with his mates that includes first love and tragedy leads him to discover what's really important, and also to the performance of a lifetime.
Surfing CultureComing-of-AgeFamily DramaBrotherhoodSelf-SabotageRomanceTragedyContemporary RealismSports

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Questions about Newcastle

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Newcastle legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Newcastle worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 61%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Newcastle rated?

RSexual contentStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Newcastle?

1 h 47 min

Newcastle runs 1 h 47 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Newcastle?

Critics61
Audiences55

Yes. Critics average 61 and audiences 55 out of 100, so both groups see Newcastle much the same way.

What language is Newcastle in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia, Japan, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Newcastle?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Newcastle in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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