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Adela

2008·Movie
1h 28min
62
DecentGoodWatch score

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Calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace2
  • Spectacle2

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7
  • Nostalgia7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

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About

Adela, a former radio personality, celebrates her 80th birthday. Alone, and without support, she longs for the family and stability of years gone by. Mundane events take on heightened meaning as Adela gauges her life against those of the sea of humanity. Adela is about the quiet moments in life that can fill us with either joy or sorrow.
Introspective DramaElderly ProtagonistQuiet Character StudyMelancholy ReflectionFamily & MemoryRealistic PortrayalPersonal LonelinessLife's Simple Moments

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Adela

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Where can I stream Adela legally?

Adela is included with a subscription to OVID in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Adela worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Metacritic 72). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Adela?

1 h 28 min

Adela runs 1 h 28 min.

Is Adela based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Adela?

Critics72
Audiences69

Yes. Critics average 72 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Adela much the same way.

What language is Adela in?

Filipino

It was made in Filipino. Produced in Philippines.

In how many countries can I watch Adela?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Adela in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.