The Lobster 2015
“An unconventional love story...”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 119 minutes
- Director
- Yorgos Lanthimos
- Networks
- Scarlet Films, Haut et Court, Eurimages
- Where to Stream
- HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Cinemax Amazon Channel
What is The Lobster?
The film "The Lobster" is set in a dystopian near future. The society in this world has established laws that govern the behavior of its citizens.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2015
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 119 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 15, 2015
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- France, Greece, Ireland, Netherlands, United Kingdom
- Studios
- Scarlet Films, Haut et Court, Eurimages
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Revenue
- $15,700,000
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 6,950 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~119 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Scarlet Films, Haut et Court, Eurimages
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Overview
The film "The Lobster" is set in a dystopian near future. The society in this world has established laws that govern the behavior of its citizens. In this society, single people are taken to a specific location, referred to as The Hotel. Upon arrival, they are presented with a challenge: find a romantic partner within a certain timeframe or face a predetermined consequence. The rules of The Hotel dictate that individuals have a limited amount of time to find a mate, or else they will be subject to a specific penalty. The consequences of failing to find a partner are severe, resulting in a transformation and a new life in a different environment, referred to as The Woods. The film explores the societal norms and expectations of this dystopian world, raising questions about the nature of relationships and individual freedom.
Should you watch it?
“A dystopian hotel forces singles to find love or become animals.”
- Unconventional love story set in a dystopian world
- Blend of comedy, drama, and romance
- Thought‑provoking commentary on relationships
- Dark premise may unsettle some viewers
- Humor is dry and off‑beat, not mainstream
Watch it if you enjoy surreal satire on modern romance.
The film’s bleak dystopian setting and unsettling transformation premise make it suited for mature audiences.
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What is the basic premise?
In a dystopian near‑future, singles are taken to a hotel where they must find a partner within 45 days or be turned into animals.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a comedy‑drama‑romance.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour 59 minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in 2015, with a US release on May 13, 2016.
Is the film suitable for all audiences?
Its dark, satirical tone and unsettling premise make it more appropriate for mature viewers.
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