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The Salamander

2021Movie1 h 56 min

54

MediocreGoodWatch score

54

MediocreGoodWatch score

Summary

Paralysed by fear of the future, a middle aged French bureaucrat escapes to Brazil where a destructive affair with a boy forces her to learn to live in the present.

Good for

Thought-provoking
Adults
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You're watching with family

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Cast

16 of 16

Crew

Directed by: Alex Carvalho
Written by: Alex Carvalho
Produced by: Julie Viez, Alex Carvalho, Patrick André
Music by: Danilo Carvalho, Edson Secco

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Facts

October 24, 2021 · 1 h 56 min · Nudity, Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery

Released: October 24, 2021
Runtime: 1 h 56 min
Content: Nudity, Sexual Content, Disturbing Imagery
Genres: Drama
Original language: French
Also spoken: English, Portuguese
Made in: Belgium, Brazil, France, Germany, United Kingdom
Budget: $2 million
Available in: 5 countries

Q&A

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

Questions about The Salamander

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Salamander?

It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Salamander worth watching?

54

MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 4.8).

Is The Salamander plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Is The Salamander 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.

Is The Salamander in English?

FrenchEnglishPortuguese

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