White Bird in a Blizzard
I was 17 when my mother disappeared…
Directed by Gregg Araki
Produced by Why Not Productions, Wild Bunch
A moody 1980s mystery-drama that interweaves a mother's disappearance with a teenager's sexual awakening and family dysfunction.
In 1988, a teenage girl's life is thrown into chaos when her mother disappears.
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Is White Bird in a Blizzard sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Does White Bird in a Blizzard end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is White Bird in a Blizzard scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is White Bird in a Blizzard violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is White Bird in a Blizzard easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like White Bird in a Blizzard
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as White Bird in a Blizzard
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like White Bird in a Blizzard, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like White Bird in a Blizzard, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like White Bird in a Blizzard, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
