Far from the Madding Crowd

Far from the Madding Crowd

Directed by Thomas Vinterberg

Produced by DNA Films, BBC Film

2015119 min7.0 / 10

A lush period romance centered on a willful woman navigating love and independence amid the pastoral beauty of Victorian England.

In Victorian England, the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a hardworking young sheep farmer; Frank Troy, a handsome and reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor.

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  • Is Far from the Madding Crowd sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.

  • Is Far from the Madding Crowd scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is Far from the Madding Crowd easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Is Far from the Madding Crowd violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.

  • Does Far from the Madding Crowd end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity33

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Surprise41

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love70

How much audiences actually like it

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