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The Acrobat

2020Movie2 h 14 min

Drama
60
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9
60
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9

Summary

In an ever-expanding but nondescript North American city, Christophe, a middle-aged businessman, unexpectedly encounters Micha, a Russian acrobat recovering from an injury, while house-hunting. An instant attraction is quickly consummated and they embark on a torrid affair that helps each of them cope with their respective trials. A provocative, poignant drama about intimacy in an age of anonymity.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Friends night
  • Background watch

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  • You want fast pacing
  • You're watching with family

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Directed by
Rodrigue Jean
Written by
Rodrigue Jean
Produced by
Maxime Bernard
Music by
Steve Bates

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Facts

February 7, 2020 · 2 h 14 min · Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language

Released
February 7, 2020
Runtime
2 h 14 min
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
French
Also spoken
Russian, English
Made in
Canada
Available in
7 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Acrobat?"

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Where can I stream The Acrobat?

Dekkoo

In the United States, The Acrobat streams on Dekkoo. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 3 other countries.

Is The Acrobat worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60 (IMDb 5.9).

Is The Acrobat good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is The Acrobat plot-driven or character-driven?

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

Is The Acrobat in English?

FrenchRussianEnglish

No, it was made in French, with some Russian and English.