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The Block Island Sound

2021·Movie
1h 40min·NR
70
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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Scare7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics7
  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Wit & Wordplay1

World

The mind, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Editing6

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About

Something lurks off the coast of Block Island, silently influencing the behavior of fisherman Tom Lynch. After suffering a series of violent outbursts, he unknowingly puts his family in grave danger.
Atmospheric HorrorPsychological ThrillerSmall Town MysteryEnvironmental HorrorFamily in CrisisUnexplained PhenomenaBrooding ToneEerie Sound Design

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Block Island Sound legally?

The Block Island Sound is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Block Island Sound worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 5.4 and Rotten Tomatoes 90%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Block Island Sound rated?

NRDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Block Island Sound?

1 h 40 min

The Block Island Sound runs 1 h 40 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Block Island Sound?

Critics90
Audiences49

Not quite. Critics rate The Block Island Sound higher (90) than audiences (49). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Block Island Sound in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Block Island Sound?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Block Island Sound in 130 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.