Name: Magpie
Released: 2010-01-01
Duration: 18 min
Cast: Maeve Dermody, Sam Booth, Henry Doulton, Jessica Ellerby, Montserrat Lombard

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Heartfelt, funny and beautifully observed, Magpie is a story of hidden secrets, loss and the life affirming power of friendship.

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Directed by: Vanessa Caswill
Written by: Vanessa Caswill, Jenefer Hughes

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January 1, 2010 · 18 min · English

Released: January 1, 2010
Runtime: 18 min
Original language: English

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4 questions, like "Is Magpie worth watching?"

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Is Magpie worth watching?

78

GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78 (IMDb 7.8).

Is Magpie okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Magpie good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Magpie plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.