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River Queen 2005

“With darkness all around, only the heart can see where the forest meets the river.”

★ 5.7/10 · 39 votes R AdventureWar Released
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What is River Queen?

River Queen is a 2005 film directed by Vincent Ward that falls into the adventure and war genres. The production countries for the film are New Zealand and Great Britain, and it has a runtime of one hour and fifty-four minutes, or one hundred and fourteen minutes.

Type
Film
Year
2005
Status
Released
Runtime
114 minutes
Release date
Sep 12, 2005
Original language
EN
Origin
New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States of America
Studios
Silverscreen Films, The Film Consortium, Endgame Entertainment
Genres
Adventure, War
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79 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.3/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.2/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Adventure #War
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River Queen is a 2005 film directed by Vincent Ward that falls into the adventure and war genres. The production countries for the film are New Zealand and Great Britain, and it has a runtime of one hour and fifty-four minutes, or one hundred and fourteen minutes. The cast includes Samantha Morton, Kiefer Sutherland, Cliff Curtis, Temuera Morrison, Anton Lesser, and Rawiri Pene. In the setting of 1860s New Zealand, the story follows a young Irish woman who is desperately trying to find her son. During this search, she finds herself caught on both sides of the lines during the wars taking place between Maori tribes and the British colonial army. The film was released in the United States on September 12, 2005, and carries an R rating.

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“A gripping exploration of adventure and war that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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River Queen is currently available to watch or stream on Starz Apple TV channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

Is River Queen worth watching?

River Queen holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 39 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure, War for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie River Queen and when was it released?

River Queen is a feature film with a runtime of 114 minutes. It was released in 2005. Release status: Released.

Who directed River Queen?

River Queen was directed by Vincent Ward.

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