45 Years (2015) movie poster

45 Years (2015)

"Do we really know our loved ones?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 96% (RT: 97%, MC: 94) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 35m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (784 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
97%
Metacritic
94
Cast
Charlotte Rampling as Kate Mercer
Tom Courtenay as Geoff Mercer
Dolly Wells as Sally
David Sibley as George
Sam Alexander as Chris the Postman
Richard Cunningham as Mr Watkins
Hannah Chalmers as Travel Agent
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 784 votes. Critics rated it higher at 96%, but audiences were less impressed.
Overview
There is just one week until Kate Mercer's 45th wedding anniversary and the planning for the party is going well. But then a letter arrives for her husband. The body of his first love has been discovered, frozen and preserved in the icy glaciers of the Swiss Alps. By the time the party is upon them, five days later, there may not be a marriage left to celebrate. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of 45 Years was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Andrew Haigh cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Charlotte Rampling spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

45 Years is a 2015 drama, romance film directed by Andrew Haigh. There is just one week until Kate Mercer's 45th wedding anniversary and the planning for the party is going well. But then a letter arrives for her husband.

The body of his first love has been discovered, frozen and preserved in the icy glaciers of the Swiss Alps. By the time the party is upon them, five days later, there may not be a marriage left to celebrate. The film has been rated by 784 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, 45 Years delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. 45 Years (2015) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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