A Perfect World (1993)
An escaped convict and a kidnapped boy form an intimate bond as a relentless marshal closes in.
A kidnapped boy strikes up a friendship with his captor: an escaped convict on the run from the law, headed by an honorable U.S. Marshal.
How intense is A Perfect World?
A Perfect World is mildly scary, with no gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What A Perfect World feels like
- Tone
- grittymelancholyintimateearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream A Perfect World
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Is A Perfect World for you?
Is A Perfect World scary?
Only a little. A Perfect World has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is A Perfect World gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is A Perfect World sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is A Perfect World OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 0, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is A Perfect World?
A Perfect World runs 2h 18m.
Where can I stream A Perfect World?
A Perfect World is streaming on YouTube (free).
Does A Perfect World have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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