In Bruges (2008)
Two hitmen in Belgium await a dark assignment, confronting their past with witty, melancholy humor.
Ray and Ken, two hit men, are in Bruges, Belgium, waiting for their next mission. While they are there they have time to think and discuss their previous assignment. When the mission is revealed to Ken, it is not what he expected.
How intense is In Bruges?
In Bruges has graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. The humor runs dark and dry. Rated R.
What In Bruges feels like
- Tone
- darkly comicgrittymelancholypulpy
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dark and satirical, dry and witty
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream In Bruges
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Is In Bruges for you?
Is In Bruges scary?
No. In Bruges is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is In Bruges gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is In Bruges sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is In Bruges OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is In Bruges?
In Bruges runs 1h 48m.
Where can I stream In Bruges?
In Bruges is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does In Bruges have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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