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High Hopes

1989·Movie
1h 48min·PG

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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Moving and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Romance7

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody5

World

Everyday modern life, family, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Working-class couple Shirley and Cyril are in conflict over whether they should have children, their problems with 'yuppies' moving into the neighbourhood and outpricing them, and the advent of Cyril's ageing mother's seventieth birthday.
British Social RealismWorking Class LifeFamily DynamicsBlack ComedySlice of LifePolitical CommentaryLondonQuirky CharactersHeartwarming

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream High Hopes legally?

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Is High Hopes worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 84). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is High Hopes rated?

PGStrong language

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is High Hopes?

1 h 48 min

High Hopes runs 1 h 48 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on High Hopes?

Critics88
Audiences79

Not quite. Critics rate High Hopes higher (88) than audiences (79). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is High Hopes in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch High Hopes?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for High Hopes in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.