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Arthur Miller: Writer

2017·Movie
1h 41min·PG

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

A real life story, history, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

An intimate portrait of a singular man

One of the greatest playwrights of the 20th century, Arthur Miller created such celebrated works as Death of a Salesman and The Crucible, which continue to move audiences around the world today. He also made headlines for being targeted by the House Un-American Activities Committee at the height of the McCarthy Era and entering into a tumultuous marriage with Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe. Told from the unique perspective of his daughter, filmmaker Rebecca Miller, Arthur Miller: Writer is an illuminating portrait that combines interviews spanning decades and a wealth of personal archival material, and provides new insights into Miller’s life as an artist and exploring his character in all its complexity.
Biographical DocumentaryLiterary FigureAmerican HistoryPolitical PersecutionFamily PortraitArtistic LegacyComplex Character StudyHistorical ContextThought-Provoking Insight

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Where can I stream Arthur Miller: Writer legally?

Arthur Miller: Writer is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. 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 Arthur Miller: Writer worth watching?

71
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.3 and Rotten Tomatoes 91%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Arthur Miller: Writer rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Arthur Miller: Writer?

1 h 41 min

Arthur Miller: Writer runs 1 h 41 min.

Is Arthur Miller: Writer based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Arthur Miller: Writer?

Critics91
Audiences69

Not quite. Critics rate Arthur Miller: Writer higher (91) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Arthur Miller: Writer in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Arthur Miller: Writer?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Arthur Miller: Writer in 52 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.