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A Better Life

2011Movie1 h 50 min

Drama
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–49%
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes–49%

Summary

Yann, a cook, and Nadia, a waitress and mother of 9-year-old child, decide to risk everything on the purchase of a restaurant.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

Skip it if

  • You want fast pacing

Where to watch

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Not for scares or laughs.

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Cast

5 of 5

Crew

Directed by
Cédric Kahn
Written by
Cédric Kahn, Catherine Paillé
Produced by
Kristina Larsen, Gilles Sandoz

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Facts

November 18, 2011 · 1 h 50 min · Drama

Released
November 18, 2011
Runtime
1 h 50 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
French
Also spoken
English
Made in
France
Available in
14 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream A Better Life?"

Questions about A Better Life

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream A Better Life?

It streams in 4 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is A Better Life worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59 (IMDb 6.6).

Is A Better Life okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is A Better Life plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

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

Is A Better Life good for date night?

and 4 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is A Better Life in English?

FrenchEnglish

No, it was made in French, with some English.