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Gossamer Folds

2020·Movie
1h 36min
IMDb6.6

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Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension4
  • Spectacle3

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

History, growing up, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Unexpected friendships

Gossamer Folds is a story about finding family and acceptance where you least expect it. Set in 1986, ten-year-old Tate is uprooted and unwillingly moved to the suburbs of Kansas City. As his parents’ marriage unravels, Tate finds solace in the unlikely friendships of his next-door neighbors: a retired college professor and his transgender daughter, Gossamer.
Coming-of-AgeTransgender Story1980sFamily DynamicsSocial IssuesFriendshipAcceptanceLGBTQ+

Crew

Directed by:
Lisa Donato
Written by:
Bridget Flanery
Produced by:
Yeardley Smith, Adam Carl, Jonathan Rosenthal
Composed by:
Aaron Zigman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

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Where can I stream Gossamer Folds legally?

PrimePhiloThe RokuKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVPlex

Gossamer Folds 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 Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Gossamer Folds worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Gossamer Folds?

1 h 36 min

Gossamer Folds runs 1 h 36 min.

What language is Gossamer Folds in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Gossamer Folds?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Gossamer Folds in 9 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.