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1982

2020·Movie
1h 40min·NR

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1982 fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Pathos7
  • Romance6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

History, growing up, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction and characters

  • Direction8
  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

On the eve of an invasion in 1982 Lebanon, an 11-year-old boy at a mountain school is determined to express his feelings to a classmate. As tension builds across the country, the day takes an unexpected turn, reflecting the fragile line between innocence and conflict. Through a child's eyes, the film explores the impact of war, the power of love, and the resilience of the human spirit.
War DramaChild's PerspectiveHistorical ConflictComing-of-AgeInnocence LostSubtle RomanceEmotional ResilienceLebanese CinemaSocial Impact of War

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream 1982 legally?

1982 is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV, Kanopy, and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is 1982 worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is 1982 rated?

NRViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is 1982?

1 h 40 min

1982 runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on 1982?

Critics59
Audiences74

Not quite. Audiences rate 1982 higher (74) than critics (59). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is 1982 in?

ArabicEnglish

It was made in Arabic, with some English. Produced in France, Lebanon, Norway, Qatar.

In how many countries can I watch 1982?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for 1982 in 12 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.