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Close My Eyes

1991·Movie
1h 49min·R

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline5
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Romantic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Romance7
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor4

World

Family, the mind, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

There are some relationships so taboo they're irresistible.

After some years of tension, Richard begins a sexual relationship with his sister Natalie. Now married, the relationship proves dangerously obsessional.
Incestuous RelationshipPsychological DramaForbidden LoveTroubled FamilyCharacter-DrivenIntense EmotionsSocial TabooMelancholic ToneThought-Provoking

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Close My Eyes worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.2 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Close My Eyes rated?

RSexual content

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is Close My Eyes?

1 h 49 min

Close My Eyes runs 1 h 49 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Close My Eyes?

Critics80
Audiences59

Not quite. Critics rate Close My Eyes higher (80) than audiences (59). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Close My Eyes in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Close My Eyes?

4BRGBGGIE

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Close My Eyes in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.