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Fifth of July

1982·Movie
2h 9min
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, immersive world.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Dark Humor4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Character Depth10
  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Ken Talley, a Vietnam vet who lost his legs in combat, lives in a farmhouse in rural Missouri with his lover, Jed. Traumatized and bitter, Ken struggles to find meaning in his life. As he contemplates selling the farmhouse, old friends and family members descend for a vacation. Originally broadcast as part of the series "American Playhouse" (season 1, episode 9).
Post-Vietnam DramaEnsemble Character StudyFamily & FriendshipTrauma and HealingQueer RelationshipRural American LifeBittersweet NarrativePhilosophical ThemesPlay AdaptationSocial Reflection

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Is Fifth of July worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 8.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Fifth of July rated?

Strong languageSuicide themes

Content advisories: strong language and suicide themes.

How long is Fifth of July?

2 h 9 min

Fifth of July runs 2 h 9 min.

What language is Fifth of July in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.