Saint Maybe

1998Movie1 h 35 min

52
MediocreGoodWatch score
52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Summary

A lonely teen troubled by a past family tragedy is suspicious of his sister-in-law, believing she is being unfaithful. His confrontation with his brother sets off a series of tragic events.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Thought-provoking

Skip it if

  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, warmth or comfort.

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Directed by
Michael Pressman
Written by
Anne Tyler
Produced by
Brent Shields

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Facts

November 22, 1998 · 1 h 35 min · Suicide Themes

Released
November 22, 1998
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Content
Suicide Themes
Genres
Drama, Family, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
1 country

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream Saint Maybe?"

Questions about Saint Maybe

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Saint Maybe worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52 (IMDb 6.1).

Is Saint Maybe plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Will I feel good after watching Saint Maybe?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 8 for melancholy, against 3 for hopefulness.