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Falling in Love

1984·Movie
1h 46min·PG-13
59
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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Romance8
  • Melancholy7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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Sometimes magic is the only thing that's real.

During shopping for Christmas, Frank and Molly run into each other. This fleeting short moment will start to change their lives, when they recognize each other months later in the train home and have a good time together. Although both are married and Frank has two little kids, they meet more and more often, their friendship becoming the most precious thing in their lives.
1980s RomanceForbidden LoveMelancholic AtmosphereCharacter-DrivenEmotional DramaAffairContemporary RealismNew York City

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Falling in Love legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Falling in Love worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 50%, and Metacritic 55). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Falling in Love rated?

PG-13Sexual content

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is Falling in Love?

1 h 46 min

Falling in Love runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Falling in Love?

Critics53
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate Falling in Love higher (67) than critics (53). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Falling in Love a box office hit?

Budget$12 million
Box office$11 million

No. It cost about $12 million to make and earned $11 million worldwide, 93% of its budget.

What language is Falling in Love in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Falling in Love?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Falling in Love in 73 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.