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Across the River and into the Trees

2023Movie1 h 46 minNR

Drama
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.5Metacritic636.3Rotten Tomatoes82%79%

A profoundly sad, slow-burning drama movie about history and the mind, with standout characters.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · partner watch

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Story

In post WW2 Venice Italy, American Army Col. Richard Cantwell, haunted by the war, faces news of his illness with stoic disregard. Determined to spend a weekend in quiet solitude, he commandeers a military driver to visit his old haunts in Venice. As Cantwell's plans begin to unravel, a chance encounter with a remarkable young woman begins to rekindle hope. Based on the harrowing novel by Ernest Hemingway.

Feels like

  • Poignant Drama
  • Post-War Reflection
  • Melancholy Romance
  • Psychological Character Study
  • Literary Adaptation
  • Venice Setting
  • Stoic Protagonist
  • Slow-Paced & Reflective
  • Existential Themes

Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by
Paula Ortiz
Written by
Ernest Hemingway, Peter Flannery
Produced by
Lv Jianmin, Robert K. MacLean, Ken Gord
Music by
Edward Shearmur

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Facts

October 11, 2023 · 1 h 46 min · NR

Released
October 11, 2023
Runtime
1 h 46 min
Age rating
NR
Content
Strong Language, Suicide Themes
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
28 countries

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Where can I stream Across the River and into the Trees?

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In the United States, Across the River and into the Trees streams on Starz, and it is free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 22 other countries.

Is Across the River and into the Trees worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 63).

Is Across the River and into the Trees plot-driven or character-driven?

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

Is Across the River and into the Trees good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.