Synecdoche, New York (2008)
A theater director's life unravels into a surreal, melancholy drama as he builds a life-size replica of New York.
A theater director struggles with his work, and the women in his life, as he attempts to create a life-size replica of New York inside a warehouse as part of his new play.
How intense is Synecdoche, New York?
Synecdoche, New York has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is a slow burn, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Synecdoche, New York feels like
- Tone
- bleaksurrealmelancholycerebralintimate
- Pace
- Slow burn
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Synecdoche, New York
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Is Synecdoche, New York for you?
Is Synecdoche, New York scary?
No. Synecdoche, New York is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Synecdoche, New York gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Synecdoche, New York sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Synecdoche, New York OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3.
How long is Synecdoche, New York?
Synecdoche, New York runs 2h 4m.
Where can I stream Synecdoche, New York?
Synecdoche, New York is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Synecdoche, New York have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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