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The Mill and the Cross

2011·Movie
1h 36min
IMDb6.9Metacritic806.6Rotten Tomatoes77%65%

Where to watch

KanopyHooplaKino Film Collection

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The Mill and the Cross fingerprint

Immersive world, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle7
  • Tension3
  • Violence2

Heart

Wondrous and moving

  • Wonder8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion10
  • Novelty9
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography, visual style, and editing

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Cinematography10
  • Visual Stylization10
  • Editing8

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Behind every great painting lies an even greater story

What would it be like to step inside a great work of art, have it come alive around you, and even observe the artist as he sketches the very reality you are experiencing? From Lech Majewski, one of Poland's most acclaimed filmmakers, The Mill and the Cross is a cinematic re-staging of Pieter Bruegel's masterpiece "Procession to Calvary," presented alongside the story of its creation.
Living PaintingArtistic MasterpieceHistorical ReconstructionMeditative & PoeticPieter Bruegel InterpretationVisually BreathtakingPhilosophical ContemplationSlow CinemaReligious & Humanist ThemesCinematic Immersion

Crew

Directed by:
Lech Majewski
Written by:
Lech Majewski, Michael Francis Gibson
Produced by:
Lech Majewski, Zbigniew Malecki
Composed by:
Lech Majewski, Zbigniew Malecki, Zbigniew Malecki

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Mill and the Cross

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Where can I stream The Mill and the Cross legally?

KanopyHooplaKino Film Collection

The Mill and the Cross is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mill and the Cross worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 77%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Mill and the Cross?

1 h 36 min

The Mill and the Cross runs 1 h 36 min.

Is The Mill and the Cross based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Mill and the Cross?

Critics79
Audiences67

Not quite. Critics rate The Mill and the Cross higher (79) than audiences (67). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Mill and the Cross in?

PolishEnglishDutchSpanish

It was made in Polish, with some English, Dutch, Spanish. Produced in Poland, Sweden, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch The Mill and the Cross?

5BEFRITPLUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mill and the Cross in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Mill and the Cross use?

Age LiftAlone in a CrowdAnachronism StewDance Party EndingEye ScreamThe MovieScenery PornReality SubtextShow Within a Show

TV Tropes lists 9 storytelling tropes for The Mill and the Cross, including Age Lift, Alone in a Crowd, Anachronism Stew.