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Too Close to the Sun

2022Movie1 h 30 min

DramaRomance
62
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.5

A moving, slow-burning drama movie about everyday modern life and family, with standout characters.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs.

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Story

When he leaves hospital, 30-something Basil moves in with his younger sister and closest confidant, Sarah. Living with a psychiatric disorder, Basil tries his best to re-establish a sense of normality in both his work and his love life. But, whilst hiding his illness from his new relatives, how long can he maintain this fragile stability?

Feels like

  • Psychological Drama
  • Mental Health
  • Family Relationships
  • Contemporary French Cinema
  • Character-Driven
  • Realistic Portrayal
  • Emotional Struggles
  • Sibling Bond

Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
Brieuc Carnaille
Written by
Brieuc Carnaille
Produced by
Clément Lepoutre, Gary Farkas, Olivier Muller
Music by
Nassim El Mounabbih, Jonathan Martins, François Aubinet

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Facts

September 28, 2022 · 1 h 30 min · Drama, Romance

Released
September 28, 2022
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
French
Made in
Belgium, France
Available in
4 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Too Close to the Sun?"

Questions about Too Close to the Sun

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Where can I stream Too Close to the Sun?

It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is Too Close to the Sun worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62 (IMDb 5.5).

Is Too Close to the Sun good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Too Close to the Sun 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 Too Close to the Sun in English?

French

No, it was made in French.