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Socrates

1970Movie1 h 59 min

DramaHistory
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Letterboxd3.6/5Rotten Tomatoes–76%
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Letterboxd3.6/5Rotten Tomatoes–76%

Summary

A false accusation leads the philosopher Socrates to trial and condemnation in 4th century BC Athens.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Cast

5 of 5

Crew

Directed by
Roberto Rossellini
Written by
Roberto Rossellini, Marcella Mariani
Produced by
Claude Baks
Music by
Mario Nascimbene

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Facts

August 1, 1970 · 1 h 59 min · Drama, History

Released
August 1, 1970
Runtime
1 h 59 min
Genres
Drama, History
Original language
Italian
Made in
Italy
Available in
2 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Socrates?"

Questions about Socrates

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Socrates?

Criterion

In the United States, Socrates streams on Criterion. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Socrates worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72 (IMDb 7.1 and Letterboxd 3.6 out of 5).

Is Socrates plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Can I half-watch Socrates?

Easy watchDemanding

No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 7 for complexity.

Is Socrates in English?

Italian

No, it was made in Italian.