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Archipelago

2011·Movie
1h 54min

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Strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline2
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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You want fast pacing

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About

Deep fractures within a family dynamic begin to surface during a getaway to the Isles of Scilly.
Intimate Family DramaCharacter StudyBritish Independent FilmEmotional RealismSubtle TensionRelationship DynamicsVacation SettingSlow Burn NarrativeIntergenerational Conflict

Crew

Written by:
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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Archipelago

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Where can I stream Archipelago legally?

Archipelago is included with a subscription to Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Archipelago worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 82). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Archipelago rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Archipelago?

1 h 54 min

Archipelago runs 1 h 54 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Archipelago?

Critics89
Audiences63

Not quite. Critics rate Archipelago higher (89) than audiences (63). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Archipelago in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Archipelago?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Archipelago in 129 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.