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Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

2011Movie1 h 44 minPG-13

DramaHistory
46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic427.5Rotten Tomatoes22%47%
46
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic427.5Rotten Tomatoes22%47%

Summary

A story set in 19th century China and centered on the lifelong friendship between two girls who develop their own secret code as a way to contend with the rigid cultural norms imposed on women.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Teens

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Cast

17 of 17

Crew

Directed by
Wayne Wang
Written by
Michael Ray, Ronald Bass, Angela Workman
Produced by
Wendi Murdoch, Florence Sloan
Music by
Rachel Portman

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Facts

July 15, 2011 · 1 h 44 min · PG-13

Released
July 15, 2011
Runtime
1 h 44 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Drama, History
Original language
English
Also spoken
Chinese
Made in
China, United States
Budget
$134,005
Box office
$1 million
Available in
21 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Snow Flower and the Secret Fan?"

Questions about Snow Flower and the Secret Fan

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Snow Flower and the Secret Fan?

In the United States, you can rent or buy Snow Flower and the Secret Fan from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 9 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Snow Flower and the Secret Fan worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 22%, and Metacritic 42). Audiences rate it higher (61 out of 100) than critics (32).

Is Snow Flower and the Secret Fan okay for kids?

PG-13

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Is Snow Flower and the Secret Fan good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Snow Flower and the Secret Fan plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.