Love + Hate

2005Movie1 h 20 min

63
DecentGoodWatch score
63
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

This movie is a contemporary UK vision of an age old story as epitomised by Shakespeare, but with two at odds relationships adding a layer of complication. The situation, a volatile northern English town, typically Bradford, and characters, one Islamic Pakistani family and two prejudiced English families loosely representing the Capulets and the Montagues.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Directed by
Dominic Savage
Written by
Dominic Savage
Produced by
Neris Thomas

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Facts

September 13, 2005 · 1 h 20 min · Violence, Strong Language

Released
September 13, 2005
Runtime
1 h 20 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
Ireland, United Kingdom
Available in
5 countries

Tropes

Nice Guy, Good Angel, Bad Angel, The Vamp +9

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Love + Hate?"

Questions about Love + Hate

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Is Love + Hate worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.7).

Is Love + Hate plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Love + Hate good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.