Cloud Atlas (2012)
Six nested stories across centuries explore how individual choices echo through time, shaping one soul's journey.
A set of six nested stories spanning time between the 19th century and a distant post-apocalyptic future. Cloud Atlas explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future. Based on the award winning novel by David Mitchell. Directed by Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis.
How intense is Cloud Atlas?
Cloud Atlas has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Cloud Atlas feels like
- Tone
- epiccerebralsurrealintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Cloud Atlas
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Is Cloud Atlas scary?
No. Cloud Atlas is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Cloud Atlas gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Cloud Atlas sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Cloud Atlas OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Cloud Atlas?
Cloud Atlas runs 2h 52m.
Where can I stream Cloud Atlas?
Cloud Atlas is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Cloud Atlas have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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