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Essays

1963Movie10 min

73

GoodGoodWatch score

73

GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

A cheerful take on the lives of school children in a Swiss rural environment. Young pupils recite short essays they have written on subjects such as the long walk to school, the distribution of milk during breaks, and a brawl in the courtyard.

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Not for scares, adrenaline or tears.

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Directed by: Peter Nestler
Written by: Marianne Beutler, Peter Nestler, Kurt Ulrich

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Facts

September 30, 1963 · 10 min · Documentary

Released: September 30, 1963
Runtime: 10 min
Genres: Documentary
Original language: German
Made in: Switzerland
Available in: 73 countries

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6 questions, like "Where can I stream Essays?"

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Where can I stream Essays?

DocAlliance Films

In the United States, Essays streams on DocAlliance Films, and it is free with ads on myfilmfriend. You can rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. It also streams in 71 other countries.

Is Essays worth watching?

73

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 6.9).

Is Essays okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Can I half-watch Essays?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with non-linear narrative at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Essays?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for wholesome and 8 for hopefulness.

Is Essays in English?

German

No, it was made in German.