Beginners 2011
“This is what love feels like.”
What is Beginners?
Beginners is a 2011 drama, romance, and comedy film directed for the screen with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes. It follows Oliver as he meets the irreverent and unpredictable Anna shortly after the passing of his father, Hal Fields, which floods him with memories of his father coming out at age 75.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2011
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 3, 2011
- Studios
- Parts & Labor, Olympus Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, Romance, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~104 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Parts & Labor, Olympus Pictures
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Overview
Beginners is a 2011 drama, romance, and comedy film directed for the screen with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes. It follows Oliver as he meets the irreverent and unpredictable Anna shortly after the passing of his father, Hal Fields, which floods him with memories of his father coming out at age 75.
The film explores themes of love, grief, and identity, highlighting Hal's decision to live a full and energized gay life with a younger boyfriend following the death of his wife of 44 years. The cultural context centers on personal reinvention and emotional processing through romance and familial remembrance.
Should you watch it?
“Oliver explores new romance and memories of his late father.”
- Explores the blossoming relationship between Oliver and the unpredictable Anna.
- Delves into Oliver's memories of his father Hal Fields.
- Examines a life-changing coming out story following a 44-year marriage.
- The synopsis provides limited plot details beyond the relationship and family background.
Watch it if you enjoy drama and romance films exploring family history and new relationships.
The tone blends drama, romance, and comedy over a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.
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Where can I stream Beginners?
Streaming availability can be checked on the movie's TMDB page under the watch now section.
Is Beginners worth watching?
It is a drama, romance, and comedy film with a US release date of June 3, 2011.
What is the binge duration for Beginners?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Are there essential episodes to watch for Beginners?
Beginners is a feature film rather than a television series, so it does not have episodes.
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