Breaking Upwards

2009·Movie
1h 28min
57
DecentGoodWatch score

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Funny, immersive world.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance8
  • Pathos7
  • Coming of Age7

Humor

Plenty of cringe comedy and sharp wit

  • Cringe Humor8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy5

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout performances, characters, and dialogue

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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'Breaking Upwards' explores a young, real-life New York couple who, four years in and battling codependency, decide to intricately strategize their own break up. Based on an actual experiment devised by director/actor Daryl Wein and actress Zoe Lister-Jones, the film loosely interprets a year in their lives exploring alternatives to monogamy, and the madness that ensues. An uncensored look at young love, lust, and the pangs of codependency, 'Breaking Upwards' follows its characters as they navigate each others' emotions across the city they love. It begs the question: is it ever possible to grow apart together?
Independent Relationship DramaNYC Indie CinemaAutobiographical StoryCodependency ExplorationUnconventional BreakupContemporary RomanceDialogue-DrivenCringe ComedyMillennial RelationshipsEmotional Honesty

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Where can I stream Breaking Upwards legally?

Breaking Upwards is included with a subscription to Philo and AMC+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Breaking Upwards worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 60%, and Metacritic 56). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Breaking Upwards rated?

Sexual contentStrong language

Content advisories: sexual content and strong language.

How long is Breaking Upwards?

1 h 28 min

Breaking Upwards runs 1 h 28 min.

Is Breaking Upwards based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Breaking Upwards?

Critics58
Audiences59

Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 59 out of 100, so both groups see Breaking Upwards much the same way.

What language is Breaking Upwards in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Breaking Upwards?

4AUCANZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Breaking Upwards in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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