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A , drama: , but never scary, .
Good for friends night · background watch · drop-in friendly
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The true story of Tancredo Neves, the first civilian president of Brazil after a 20-year military dictatorship, and the infamous hospitalization which led to his death before he ever managed to take office.
Brazilian PoliticsHistorical DramaBiographical AccountPolitical IntrigueMedical MysterySomber ReflectionPower & CorruptionNational TragedyCharacter-Driven
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Is The Patient worth watching?
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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Patient?
1 h 40 min
The Patient runs 1 h 40 min.
Will The Patient make me laugh?
A touch
Not really. Humor is rare.
Is The Patient plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven. It leans on character depth and pathos more than on its plot.
Can I half-watch The Patient?
Easy watchDemanding
Mostly, yes. It asks for some focus, but our viewing guide says you can drop in and out.
Is The Patient good for date night?
AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo Watch
Not really. Our viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.
Will The Patient scare me?
Not scaryTerrifying
No.
Will I feel good after watching The Patient?
BleakHopeful
Probably not. Its tone is bleak and sad.
Is The Patient based on a true story?
Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.
What language is The Patient in?
Portuguese
It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Brazil.