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Farewell to the Night

2019·Movie
1h 44min
56
DecentGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Muriel is overjoyed, as her beloved grandson Alex is staying at her place for a few days before moving to Canada to work. But when the changes in his behavior arouse her curiosity, she is led to the discovery of a dark secret.
Psychological DramaFamily SecretsIntergenerational ConflictSlow-Burn MysteryMoral DilemmasPolitical IntrigueCharacter-DrivenSocial Commentary

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Farewell to the Night legally?

Farewell to the Night is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Farewell to the Night worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Farewell to the Night rated?

Suicide themes

Content advisories: suicide themes.

How long is Farewell to the Night?

1 h 44 min

Farewell to the Night runs 1 h 44 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Farewell to the Night?

Critics50
Audiences66

Not quite. Audiences rate Farewell to the Night higher (66) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Farewell to the Night in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Farewell to the Night?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Farewell to the Night in 11 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.