The Sacrifice (1986) movie poster

The Sacrifice (1986)

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"The final film of Andrei Tarkovsky"
ThumbScore
👍 86%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 86% (RT: 88%, MC: 85) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
Runtime
2h 29m
Country
Sweden, France, United Kingdom
Language
Swedish
TMDB Rating
7.7/10 (605 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
88%
Metacritic
85
Cast
Erland Josephson as Alexander
Susan Fleetwood as Adelaide
Allan Edwall as Otto
Sven Wollter as Victor
Tommy Kjellqvist as Little Man
Yes. 86% of real audiences liked it based on 605 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 86%.
Overview
Alexander, a journalist, philosopher and retired actor, celebrates a birthday with friends and family when it is announced that nuclear war has begun. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Sacrifice, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Andrei Tarkovsky cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Sacrifice is a 1986 drama film directed by Andrei Tarkovsky. Alexander, a journalist, philosopher and retired actor, celebrates a birthday with friends and family when it is announced that nuclear war has begun. The film has been rated by 605 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, The Sacrifice 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. The Sacrifice (1986) 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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