
The Water Diviner
To honour a promise. To find his sons. To make his peace.
Directed by Russell Crowe
Produced by Fear of God Films, Hopscotch Features
A meditative post-war drama about a father's grief-driven journey across a devastated landscape to find closure and honor his lost sons.
In 1919, Australian farmer Joshua Connor travels to Turkey to discover the fate of his three sons, reported missing in action. Holding on to hope, Joshua must travel across the war-torn landscape to find the truth and his own peace.
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Is The Water Diviner sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Does The Water Diviner end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is The Water Diviner scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is The Water Diviner easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Water Diviner violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like The Water Diviner
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Water Diviner
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Water Diviner, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Water Diviner, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Water Diviner, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































