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Waterwalker

1984·Movie
1h 27min
81
GreatGoodWatch score

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Big heart, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Spectacular

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Spectacle7
  • Adrenaline5
  • Tension3

Heart

Awe-inspiring and wholesome

  • Wonder9
  • Wholesome8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, a real life story, and faith and meaning

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure6
  • Character Depth6

Style

Standout cinematography, score, and sound design

  • Cinematography9
  • Music Composition8
  • Sound Centrality8

Who it's for

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About

A canoe odyssey

Naturalist Bill Mason on his journey by canoe into the Ontario wilderness. The filmmaker and artist begins on Lake Superior, then explores winding and sometimes tortuous river waters to the meadowlands of the river's source. Along the way, Mason paints scenes that capture his attention and muses about his love of the canoe, his artwork and his own sense of the land. Mason also uses the film as a commentary on the link between God and nature and the vast array of beautiful canvases God created for him to paint. Features breathtaking visuals and exciting whitewater footage, with a musical score by Bruce Cockburn.
Nature DocumentarySpiritual MeditationCanoe AdventureVisual PoetryBiographical PortraitScenic BeautyContemplative PaceOutdoor LivingArtistic Expression

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Is Waterwalker worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Waterwalker?

1 h 27 min

Waterwalker runs 1 h 27 min.

Is Waterwalker based on a true story?

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

What language is Waterwalker in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.