The Aftermath

2019·Movie
1h 48min·R
64
DecentGoodWatch score

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The Aftermath fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance8
  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor1
  • Dark Humor1

World

History, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

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About

In the aftermath of World War II, a British colonel and his wife are assigned to live in Hamburg during the post-war reconstruction, but tensions arise with the German widower who lives with them.
Historical DramaPost-War SettingForbidden RomanceEmotional & MelancholyMoral AmbiguityGrief & HealingPsychological DepthSlow-BurnCharacter-Driven

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Aftermath

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Where can I stream The Aftermath legally?

The Aftermath is included with a subscription to fuboTV, YouTube TV, and History Vault in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on FXNow. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Aftermath worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 26%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Aftermath rated?

RSexual contentDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Aftermath?

1 h 48 min

The Aftermath runs 1 h 48 min.

Is The Aftermath based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Aftermath?

Critics48
Audiences59

Not quite. Audiences rate The Aftermath higher (59) than critics (48). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Aftermath in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States, United Kingdom, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch The Aftermath?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Aftermath in 82 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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