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The Back 80

2017·Movie
51min

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Light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Scare6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy5
  • Wonder5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind

  • World Immersion6
  • Ambiguity6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting6
  • Character Depth6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Sound Centrality6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

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About

true story, sasquatch, bigfoot

Suzanne's life was turned upside down when a Bigfoot ran across the road in front of her one night. As she tries to understand what she's seen the creature arrives at her doorstep and sends her into a downward spiral looking for answers.
Independent FilmRural SettingPsychological DramaBigfootCreature FeatureUnexplained PhenomenaPersonal JourneyMystery Elements

Crew

Written by:

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Back 80

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Where can I stream The Back 80 legally?

The Back 80 is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Cineverse. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Back 80 worth watching?

59
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Back 80 rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Back 80?

0 h 51 min

The Back 80 runs 0 h 51 min.

Is The Back 80 based on a true story?

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

What language is The Back 80 in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Back 80?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Back 80 in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.