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What We Talk About When We Talk About Love

2000·Movie
13min
63
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Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor4
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout dialogue, characters, and performances

  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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Love can be a terrible, wonderful thing

Short film based on "What We Talk About When We Talk About Love" by writer Raymond Carver.
Literary AdaptationDialogue-Driven DramaIntimate Character StudyMelancholic & ReflectiveRelationship DynamicsExistential ConversationsAdult ThemesSubtle & NuancedContemplative

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream What We Talk About When We Talk About Love legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Cineverse. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is What We Talk About When We Talk About Love worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is What We Talk About When We Talk About Love rated?

Strong language

Content advisories: strong language.

How long is What We Talk About When We Talk About Love?

0 h 13 min

What We Talk About When We Talk About Love runs 0 h 13 min.

What language is What We Talk About When We Talk About Love in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch What We Talk About When We Talk About Love?

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