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Rembrandt

1999·Movie
1h 43min
68
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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, a real life story, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

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This French-German-Dutch biopic on the life of 17th century Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn is told in flashbacks from the point-of-view of the aged artist. Soon after establishing his career as a painter in Amsterdam, he marries the radiant Saskia. As he makes a name for himself, he can soon afford to buy a large house by teaching wealthy aristocrats how to paint. However, the couple's happiness is short-lived; Saskia dies soon after bearing their son, Titus. Crushed, van Rijn seeks comfort first in the arms of his maid Geertje and then with his second wife, Hendrickje, who gives birth to a daughter. In spite of his genius, van Rijn's determinedly eccentric behavior alienates the very members of the elite who were paying his bills. At one point, the artist's home and belongings, including many of his paintings, are seized and sold for humiliatingly low prices in a rigged auction.
17th Century Dutch ArtArtist BiopicTragedy & LossFinancial RuinEccentric GeniusClass ConflictHistorical DramaRembrandt van Rijn

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Rembrandt legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Rembrandt worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Rembrandt?

1 h 43 min

Rembrandt runs 1 h 43 min.

Is Rembrandt based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Rembrandt in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France, Germany, Netherlands.

In how many countries can I watch Rembrandt?

2FRUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Rembrandt in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.